I prefer public comments here before you send a direct message, though. 

Comes down to your preference and what other deals are out there.

For wholesalers: How are you adapting to buyer preferences or creating irresistible deals despite tighter margins?

.), I'd recommend that the residential units fully cash flow the loan as my experience is that mixed use properties are tougher to finance as most lenders tend to prefer one or the other and something in the middle gets more difficult.For example, and granted I don't know anything about the area/neighborhood, I would expect this property (https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/111-NW-Har...) to be easier to finance than the mixed-use property you mentioned. 

@Dustin Horner you should be contracting maintenance work and creating a preferred list of vendors as @Phillip Austin has recommended.The first person you hire to help you should be to handle what you LEAST like to do yourself or has the greatest time savings for you!

That’s what people loved about the great relief (closer) pitcher Tug McGrawWhen asked on a TV interview if he preferred grass or astroturf, he stated “I don’t know, I never smoked astroturf”.  

Small upgrades or re-leasing to market rents could boost your cash flow and provide additional funds for your San Diego purchase.If you'd like, I can connect you with a lender or help you explore potential properties in your preferred areas to see what’s realistic within your budget.

Depending on local regulations, you can mix up STR/MTR/LTR. 2) Get systems in place in those exact cities; 2 PMs preferably via NARPM, 2 high quality inspectors, and rotating book of handyman, 1 lawyer, and a credit union contact for leverage along with investor friendly nationwide lenders.

For wholesalers: How are you adapting to buyer preferences or creating irresistible deals despite tighter margins?

That when decision points happen, you get together and allow them to lead in preference of the actions.