I know when you make an offer you typically specify how you plan on funding the deal.

Companies typically last only ten years on average.

Yes, when there are multiple adult occupants, you would typically combine their gross incomes to determine if they meet the income criteria.

Personal loans are typically shorter term maybe up to 5 years.

Typically they will have referrals to local accountants you can interview. 

When you leave, a duplex will typically generate more cash flow as a long term rental than a single family home.

@Jeff SkinnerRecommend you first figure out the property Class you want to invest in, THEN figure out the corresponding location to invest in.Property Class will typically dictate the Class of tenant you get, which greatly IMPACTS rental income stability and property maintenance/damage by tenants.If you apply Class A assumptions to a Class B or C purchase, your expectations won’t be met and it may be a financial disaster.If you buy/renovate a property in Class D area to Class A standards, what quality of tenant will you get?

There are more buyers for SF homes, but Multifamily properties typically cash flow better as you mentioned. 

In these instances typically the lender will pay it to protect their interests. 

how long does it typically take to make your first gator deal after joining the program?