Here are a few strategies to consider for funding a down payment:Partnering: Like Gregory mentioned, finding a partner who can contribute to the down payment in exchange for equity or a profit share is a solid option.HELOC or Cash-Out Refi: If you have equity in your home or another property, a home equity line of credit (HELOC) or cash-out refinance can provide the funds you need.Private Money: Reach out to friends, family, or private investors who may be interested in lending you the down payment with a promissory note.Seller Second: In some cases, the seller might agree to finance a portion of the down payment as a second mortgage.Live Frugally and Save: It takes time, but reducing expenses and setting aside funds from your income is a tried-and-true method.The right approach depends on your situation and deal structure, but a mix of creativity and resourcefulness can go a long way.

Days on market are around 80 days on average, depending on the area.

From the numbers perspective it seems like it can pencil out depending on the rehab budget. 

Maybe maybe not depending on your end goals but also don’t let fear or regret get in the way

If a landlord plans to hold the property for a while, we always recommend an annual lease, ending to align with the summer leading lesson, or staggered with their other leases depending on the situation.  

I also remember a time when we could claim a dependent on our tax returns even if the dependent didn't have a SSN. 

If the client is in CA the community property state laws may help here (not entirely sure) depending on when the property was acquired but it would be a great question for an attorney as Jason mentioned.If they were married and went through a divorce it would be worth looking into how the divorce paperwork stated how that property would be handled.

Of course it all depends on pricing and what your target demo is.

The company offers promissory notes worth $50k, $100k, and $200k+, with annual interest rates ranging between 12% and 16.7% depending on the investment amount.

Obviously, a lot depends on your price range here and exactly what you're looking for.