All depending on perspective.I would take it with a big grain of salt, I think Opendoor is trying to drum up interest, given how many properties, they and other institutional buyers, are having on the market (e.g.

We did not rely on them and still do not rely on institutional capital to capitalize our lending business.Aloha Capital has funded over 3,000 loans since 2015 on nearly 1 billion of residential investment properties.

Local Institutions: We’re curious about schools, community centers, and other amenities that make certain neighborhoods more appealing to tenants.Additionally, we’d love to connect with:Experienced real estate agents who know the market inside and out.We’re eager to learn and truly appreciate any insights, advice, or connections you can share.

We've helped a handful of investors maximize their investments over the past several years and anticipate a robust demand if/when the tax cuts are re-instituted. 

Not that it really matters.No institutional lender will give someone a loan that doesn't have:1) Credit history2) A social security number3) Income3) Employment historyYou'll want to research Wholesaling and Land Contracts.

The positives are from the buyers prospective1- the ability to buy a property with little down payment2- the ability to obtain financing at below market rate3 -not needing to qualify for convention/institutional financing4- not having another debt on your PFS5 - not needing to pay points and other fees to obtain a new mortgage The positives for the seller are 1- can possibly sell a property in which they have negative equity without bringing cash to the closing table2 -expand the pool of potential buyers 3 -possibly obtain a higher price/ quicker sale 4 - can utilize a wrap to potentially earn the “differential” on interest rate 5 -May be able to save the Realtors commissionAll this being established, here’s the BIG question:  Can a subject to transaction be done where both parties are reasonably protected?  

What institution is financing the land development and construction?

Some lenders are individual investors; some lenders are syndicates or have joined individual investors together to form a lending institution.

This does not align with buying most buildings in cash.Once you progress in your investing efforts you may come across more UHNW individuals, family offices and institutions who would take the lower return for limiting risk (all cash deal).

Lenders will want to see those funds deposited in a bank or other lending institution on one or two monthly statements.