If you find a bank willing to play ball I would imagine a few people on here would like to know which one. 

I'd really tell folks to prioritize getting the location of the property and their systems in place well vetted before playing ball.

With some of the ones you wanted to put in a low ball offer, what did they end up selling for and how long did they take to sell?

This takes the ball out of your court and lets you focus simply on your part of the transaction.

I am curious if there’s anybody out there who has experienced this scenario, and would love to know if anyone has any advice,tips or tricks to get this ball rolling.Thanks in advance!

If that is the role you are looking to file I'd think you would be paying between 5-10% of project cost.If you are actually looking for this PM to hire subs, write contracts, schedule, order materials...essentially acting as a GC....I would expect you to be paying between 15-25% of the project costs.I can't speak specifically to your market, but those are some ball park percentages based on my experience here in Chicago.

The thermostat was locked between 70°F and 78°F, while outside temperatures were above 80°F.

Now dumping another 100 grand into the house could possibly put you behind the eight ball . 

They just say something via email without much context.That is a good point so I can better understand what will get the ball rolling.

Pushing your wears on an new person who just asked a question is pretty low ball.