.- network more in my region to find an experienced investor who could potentially partner or provide advice.- Find the rehab cost, ARV, and get property under contract to wholesale (and be clear with owner about my goal to wholesale)Thanks for the help!

In commercial financing, lenders run the gamut, from local, regional and national banks, agency lenders, credit unions, life co's, CMBS, debt funds, etc.

This is an Airbnb property, we used some unique financing to get away from putting 20% down.

Have you thought about specific regions of Eastern NC?

Bruckman,I'd recommend the following:Be very clear about your goals and unique value proposition.

With a couple modifications, I believe the exterior would looks just like a standard duplex; however, the inside would be a pretty unique rental with open concept and high ceilings (10 ft).

You are right that leverage is not unique to life insurance.

( In case I have a missed connection or you'd just like to connect, feel free to reach out - I am the CO RE broker who specializes in STR/Vacation & Investment properties + owns a unique themed STR :)

It is unique lot that was recently rezoned by city to RSL which allows me to build additional building.

Small sample sizes like what we speak about isn't the full picture of course and is region-specific.