Compare offers from the lenders, paying attention to interest rates, closing costs, and any penalties.

Consider offering equity partnerships, debt financing with profit sharing, or preferred equity, where investors get a fixed return before you share profits.

They sound very knowledgeable and I am interested in jumping into the customized course they offer. 

I want to profit off the interest rate and perhaps offer 6% rate on what is left on the mortgage.

I really appreciate you reaching out and offering your support.

Keeping it friendly and low intensity is more likely to be successful.I recently offered to completely replace my neighbor's fence next to my rental and they said "No".

exactly I fund wholesalers in SC all the time.. its a boon to my business  :)  these laws are sweeping the nation.. its consumer protection U just have to many deals go wonky and complaints are filed so regulators are finally taking notice to this acitivty..

Some lenders offer creative solutions, like a cross-collateralized loan, where they use your existing equity as security without refinancing the duplex.Another idea is partnering with private lenders or exploring a second-position mortgage, depending on your lender's terms.

I was to start assembling a team together and am looking for any recommendations of contractors that will offer a little bit more hand-holding, as I am still fairly new to this process. 

No matter whether you are looking at commercial or residential property, the deals that “pencil out” at OFFERING price are few and far between these days.