Currently, I have a rather unique job that could be my biggest obstacle and biggest asset starting out. 

I love it when people find a new and unique way to actually create value other than "taking it off their hands"!

Good evening everyone, We have a unique situation.

There are always other similar units for rent and/or sale in my building; there is nothing so unique about my unit that anyone would need to make a commitment like that - they could just rent/buy another unit if necessary. 

Because, when we give with an eye toward what we will get in return, it ceases to be giving and becomes a form of lending.It's sad to me, that when I help someone, they so often ask how they can repay the favor.  

Thank youYour Private money is a loan, and therefor not actually cash for this purpose.The lender gets an appraisal, $175 fee on the LOC, no p[re-pay penalty

My advice start with printing off the code and contacting the HOA in person regarding the code and repayment of the temporary housing expenses. 

@Karen SchimpfFinding your "blue ocean" takes time but it is a lot more funMy "blue ocean" has always been look for a re problem and find a creative solutionThe book by James Misko "how to finance any property anytime" gives 40 case studies on unique financing strategies

What you really need is a line of credit with some lender that you can draw from and repay as you do deals.  

I think my experience has put me in a very unique position when it comes to real estate investing.