I wholesale and buy rentals in this region. 

It would be great to discuss opportunities and projects in both of our regions.

Ideally, you'll want to see average 90% occupancy across the board, otherwise you'll be relegated to regional bank and credit union lenders that require (i) recourse, (ii) deposit requirements at close, (iii) slightly higher rates, (iv) lower amortization, and (v) less interest only [if cash flow is a priority for you]. 

Very selective process, and geographical regions- but this is an AMAZING tool for some people. 

Especially if you can provide information on the syndication he's trying to organize, this could have regional/national implications.

They didn't make a fuss over the due-on-sale clause because they valued the relationship and the steady cash flow.From what I've heard, smaller regional lenders or credit unions are sometimes more open to these kinds of creative financing strategies.

The reason I like the southeast is that I feel there's population growth in that region and long-term trends of people moving there, not because it's where I live or prefer to be personally although there are parts of the southeast I do certainly love and enjoy.You don't need an operating loss to get tax benefits with depreciation and mortgage interest writeoffs, I'm not sure why someone would ever take on an operating loss for tax benefits, that makes no sense.

The past year, I've learned market tenants in sub 100k regions are a pain in the ***.

At least in this region.

,Great REI props can be found in various markets, particularly in the Midwest and Southeast regions of the U.S.