I have seller financing and entity swap as 2 discussion points going on.

Hard to say one way or another without knowing your personal finances, goals etc., but it seems like a good deal. 

How did you finance this deal?

I have several clients who live overseas and when these guidelines were updated, we had to switch their financing strategies quite a bit. 

If you need financial help, ask under the "Finance, Tax, and Legal" forum.

We are planning to live in one unit and rent the other half out of a duplex, then rinse and repeat this process as many times as possible over the next 5-10 years.

Off-Market: I was working for a storage facility and the owner needed help removing his stuff because he was moving How did you finance this deal?

I would recommend starting in your backyard and hone your skills if its possible, I know some markets have an extreme HCOL which may make it unfavorable in your case.

Depending on how long it takes you to save up the amount, you might want to also allow for inflation on that amount for your continued savings.[2]   Read Rich Dad poor dad.[3]   Think about getting a second job - possibly a temporary job - save a 100% of the money.Just my 2 cents.

I do get nervous with finances and want to be financially responsible.