we can do it not rented but rate will be significantly higher. easier and more cost effective to rent it. unless the bridge money needs to be paid back asap or you need the funds back to buy more, then a cost analysis needs to be done. personally id get it rented at market rent or a touch below if time is a factor. 

He needed to close in three weeks and didn’t want to deal with showings, contingencies, or the back-and-forth of working with a realtor.At first, we even suggested he list with an agent since he’d likely make more money.

If you needed the money ASAP that won't be super beneficial. 

You can be the money partner, and the other partner can manage the operations and then you can both split the profit. 

They don't care you have money on the table. 

Depending on what type of investor you are what your goals are you will learn more from the forum than from their bootcamp- which if it only proffers one investment strategy really is not worth the money.  

Does anyone know of a dscr lender that will allow for seasoned money for a down payment and a really good property manager in Ohio specifically in Columbus, Cin, and Cleveland?  

If you were going to just do a remodel like a flip and not add living space I would say that would not get you more money.

I spend money on postcards, distressed lists and a website.

Why not save more money and look at higher value properties?