However, in inflationary environments, real estate can be a safer investment than other asset types because home prices often stabilize or increase over time as more buyers look to real estate as a hedge.

Alternatively you could just flip.

Another alternative is to create a fund of funds.

Therefore anyone with bank originated construction debt or bridge debt is likely happy right now with the rate cut and narrative surrounding future cuts since in many cases these are adjustable rate loans with floors we likely won't see anytime soon.It will be interesting to see whether this cut gets banks who have been on the sidelines back into the market or alternatively some lenders who have continued to lend but with tighter underwriting to ease their guidelines.

The alternative I see as a work around but full disclosure I am not a lawyer is giving tenants notice to vacate and then listing the property with no active tenants or have tenants sign off that they are not interested in buying the building and list right away. 99% of tenants are not capable of being buyers so who knows how often this ordinance will actually be used.

Heck no, but we are better than all the alternatives.

With a requirement to hold and rent to Section-8 for 5 years upon completion.Much safer loan, much more likely to house these people in safe sanitary conditions (over the long haul).Just my 2 cents.

Or some other alternate financing at least.

Consider exploring alternative financing methods such as bridge loans, seller financing, or specialized 1031 exchange loans, which are tailored to streamline the exchange process while ensuring IRS compliance.I remember when I first got started with house hacking, I made the mistake of not looking into all the nuances of 1031 exchanges.

I think your goals are valid and exploring alternate options is a great idea.