In turn they provide me with a steady flow of off market properties.

Quote from @Jaikevis Reams: In order to put a property under contract I need to provide proof of funds I know that I can get that from a hard money lender but I don’t meet there criteria for a loan approval what should I do? 

The struggle comes when you plan to sell, pay close attention to how the bank would treat the loan in the event you would sell.Even though its a bit more work, banks are typically open to these loans as it provides them with additional collateral in the event of default.  

My focus is on providing either turnkey-style space for those interested in temporary, infrequent use or long-term leasing for business folks who require conference room space (or perhaps event space).

Renovated basement recently to prepare to rent out.

Consult with an attorney to provide a purchase and sale agreement in your respective state with an assignment exhibit included. 

I don't want to waste anyone's time providing quote after quote for me for the properties I am merely in the analysis stage with.

Let's say you spent a month on the initial preparation: cleaning, painting, shopping for furnishings, assembling IKEA furniture and so on.

I provide short term rental furnishing and renovation finish list that includes paint colors, light fixtures, cabinets etc.

Propane is seemingly less expensive in most areas and provides good heat.