I'm very interested in creative financing options with sellers as well.Right now I'm using propstream to help assist in data collecting to focus on off-market deals. 

One of his exit strategies is lease options (rent to own).

While I have the funds for the down payments, I’m in need of approximately $30,000 to cover the rehab costs for these properties to get them in market rent shape.I’m exploring various options to secure the necessary financing and would greatly appreciate any advice or recommendations on the best ways to obtain rehab funds.

Are they typically at a higher price?

Brandon Sturgill is also another good option to consider. 

It would only make sense to exhaust this option first as it is my investment.

Inside, offer luxury linens, a fully stocked kitchen, and entertainment options like board games, a smart TV, and Wi-Fi.Welcome Guide: Create a welcome guide with details about the property, local attractions, dining options, and house rules.

The investors I work with like that we have 3 and 4 bedroom options for an off market price.  

Feel free to reach out, but typically you can relate your time in school to a line of work in some way, shape, or form.

Also, if you have the borrower typically sign a non-owner occupancy certification (which we always do with our loans and recommend other PMLs do) the borrower couldn't sign it legitimately because he already informed you he's planning to move into it.