Hi Ben, I'm way new to this and I'm not as far along as you are, but I wanted to say I can relate to feeling alternately encouraged and then like my dreams might be unattainable.

I'm looking for alternative software. 

I've read stories of investors who wired money, were told the fund was closed and offered a prom note alternative. 

Like you said, probably not so easy here in MA but you did give me an idea about alternative uses...I typically focus on properties that I can make buildable by solving zoning issues, access issues or minor wetland issues.  

Like others have said, you need to find alternative lead sources to find a decent deal.

You CAN skip trace the list from within Prop Stream, but there are cheaper and better alternatives out there I discuss below.

Alternatively, your sibling might use a 1031 exchange to defer taxes by reinvesting in like-kind properties, though this doesn't directly fund a primary residence.Other ideas include leveraging a HELOC on the rental properties for the down payment, taking out a 401(k) loan, structuring an owner-financed agreement, or a lease-to-own arrangement.

Is it better than your alternative uses for your money?

Alternatively, consider bridge loans, HELOCs, or post-purchase refinancing to preserve liquidity.

Putting people in a position where they would need to sell or come up with an alternative strategy to pay off the mortgage balance prior to rebuilding.