Hard money and private investing are both ways to finance flips, but they work a little differently.Hard money loans are typically from companies or private lenders that specialize in short-term, high-interest loans.

@Jay Hinrichs Thanks Jay, I will probably bounce back into the government (DOD) with my Special Operations network.   

You could agree with the Seller that you will accept up to $10,000 in the special assessment and the seller covers the remainder.

Brent Mendanhall, director of special operations....wtf does that even mean?

Their price structure is probably different but I would use any free consultation available with all law firms that are specialized in asset protection before deciding what structure to use.Also this firm and one it’s lawyer (Clint Coons) have great YouTube channels that will give you a plenty of free information to educate yourself about some of the structure that you may consider.

A lender that specializes in distressed properties can help you find the right financing for your scenario.The Bottom LineInvestors will find unique opportunities with distressed properties, but the myths need to be dispelled.

Here's the bigger lesson I learned: If a tenant asks for special considerations, or reduction of fees - those are ALWAYS the ones who are the problem tenants.  

And I also realized that we would have to re-tool our operations, which are 100% specialized to the type of property we have.So you don't have to go bigger, unless you want to.

So consult a tax experts who specializes in real estate on how you can account for the 70k in the most advantageous way. 

Have you worked with any mortgage brokers who specialize in FnF?