One means of research: talk to an experienced real estate agent that specializes in work with investors. 

You can also follow Richmond-focused real estate groups on social media and LinkedIn, and work with local agents specializing in investment properties to stay on top of deals.

Are you doing it yourself or hiring a contractor that specializes in it?

For selling performing notes, companies like Mission Capital or Watermark Capital Partners specialize in purchasing notes, including DSCR-based ones.

There are some lenders who specialize in lending for double closes and will basically send you the money for a couple days but I personally haven't done this and don't know what the charge.

So listing it with a good realtor or maybe trying to sell yourself on the many FB groups that specialize in STRs would be a way to go.  

I would appreciate any advice on whether it's a good idea to invest in land on a slope and the potential challenges of building on such terrain.If this seems like a worthwhile investment, can anyone recommend reputable construction companies that specialize in cabin builds on slopes? 

I recommend finding an accountant who specializes in real estate taxation and tax planning.You may want to consider working with your accountant remotely to expand your options.I would also recommend looking for a accountant willing to work with you throughout the year.

The one to four is a very comprehensive contract that covers everything and even has room for special provisions when something out of the ordinary needs to be spelled out.When doing not so normal purchases like a sub-to, I dont use the TREC, but one that I created from several other contracts.

JK Real Estate Partners has a really good course on this that explains everything and walks you through property entity set up, backed by a lawyer that specializes in helping Canadians.