It can be discouraging for newcomers.Solution: Develop resilience and learn to view rejection as part of the process.

And using the process buy a new property or properties that you also intend to hold for investment use.The issue for you might be that you purchased this property with the primary intent of selling. 

I have not started, completed or participated in a syndication so tough to assess an ROI at this time.

It's a tough business, but admirable! 

In that case, would the renting process be a bridge to help you retain the home for future personal use? 

In the long run, I want to have properties that are producing strong cash flow (eventually would love to own small apartment buildings and syndicate larger deals), but it seems that focusing on cash flow and reinvesting those cash flows will be a slower process than focusing on properties prime for appreciation or with opportunities for forced appreciation.

One housing authority wouldn’t even entertain the request, while another was open to it because it was an affordable housing property, requiring just an application for the exemption.From my experience, dealing with government agencies, especially when trying to save money or get financial benefits, can be a slow process.

Any advice or insights into the process would be greatly appreciated. 

My son is working on his first SubTo real estate deal in Crawfordville, Florida, and I'm hoping to find someone in this community who can offer him some guidance and support.He's eager to learn and navigate this process successfully, but could really benefit from the expertise of someone with experience in SubTo transactions.

I do believe you are entering a tough market.