On market, $6,000 over ask offer and waived inspections due to the pristine condition of the building and garage.

We tried to explain this to VRBO call center reps, but they can't offer anything other than telling us to lower prices to pre-Jan 6 rates. 

These are great programs to use and NY offers a few as well as a couple of Nationwide DPA's and grants.

What are you offering?

I see what you mean about offering a higher return to a potential investor, especially if they are not familiar with my character/experience in the industry. 

Quote from @Patricia Steiner: There are several lenders who offer low/no closing cost options for first time homebuyers.

It's creating new ways to unlock property potential and offers a pathway to profitable investments if you're targeting the right neighborhoods.Here’s the deal: SB-9 allows to split a single-family lot into two parcels and build up to four units.

Companies normally offer limits up to$500,000 but some offer $1,000,000.

If they need access to the property immediately, you can offer to leave to them until you are ready to close. 

I would take them out to lunch, explain what you want to do and see what guidance they offer.