The critical factors in any STR are nicely themed rooms, a higher end game room, modern decor, and a good view from the pool area. 

(I admittedly dont fully comprehend the implications of him cosigning) He assured me that he would not be involved and that the .5 point goes directly to him as a finders fee.

If a commercial property such as 9+ residential units (such as an apartment building) or not residential, the below doesn't apply. 9+ units typically take extra expenses into consideration such as management fees, utilities, etc. 

Where it goes wrong is people use it to renovate and sell a property but it takes a lot longer and they get caught paying all the penalties and fees which are a crusher.

In exchange for the time you spend on this, you will get to save the fee you would pay in option 2 or 3.

DSCR Mixed Use might be an option depending on a few factors but you really should focus on getting that credit up - any chance you can do some repair and get that improved even just 20-30 points in a month or two?

Lawyer fees to go after the listing commission wouldn't have been worth it.   

Find a deal, flip the contract, earn a fee.

No upfront fees, all costs paid from proceeds. (2-5 days).5. 2nd lien against the subject property from an outside lender.

If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is: If firms are offering unusually low fees or unrealistic savings, be wary.Lack of transparency: Firms should be open about their qualifications, pricing and processes.