The crypto can be considered as EMD or down payment, the rest of the transaction will happen just as if you were running a traditional transaction.If a seller is completely against the idea of receiving crypto, you can always use a service like Bitpay to convert the cryptocurrency to cash.Last but not least, I always ask clients... why sell your crypto asset when you use it to secure a loan?

Quote from @Karen Smith: With more investors turning to private money lenders for faster funding, what benefits have you seen from using private financing versus traditional bank loans? 

My wife and I have obtained three traditional loans and one lease with the option to purchase, resulting in most banks turning us down based on debt to income (non-portfolio lenders). 

What do you mean by "traditional 6-month financing route"?

Traditional bank financing.

You'll have more flexibility with non-traditional lenders, traditional will all follow the same Fannie/Freddie guidelines.

It’s refreshing to see someone leveraging both traditional methods and community engagement... it’s a solid mix.

Whichever method of lead generation you decide on, aim to establish and maintain a relationship with prospective sellers. 

I feel direct mail is another great method.

While short-term rentals in areas like Kissimmee, Florida, can pay for themselves and offer lifestyle benefits, the ROI typically doesn’t match what I see from my traditional portfolio of long-term rentals in North Texas.That said, short-term rentals can still be a great choice, especially if you're drawn to the area and the opportunity to combine personal use with investment income.