I also have connections where I source wholesale deals and pocket listings. 

This option keeps the extra capacity while addressing the comfort issue.4.

Note both of these options require paying the tenant to vacate for a no-fault eviction (terrible name as if lease is up it is not an eviction).Note terminating a lease agreement for the purpose of rehabbing the unit is under attack in some places in the county. 

For properties under $300K, you can definitely find okay options in these areas.

These options can provide simpler and cheaper access to funds, especially if rapid property acquisitions are your main goal.Life insurance is a powerful tool when used for the right reasons—like estate planning or key-person coverage.

But of the options you note, the only one that really makes sense to me is the CoC option. 

You would have a smaller discount, but would have little to no out of pocket annually.

Hi Bigger Pockets Community!

IMO better options- If you don't need the money in the next 10+ years look into Annuities I'm seeing 7-9% and you don't have to participate in market downturns.

This reduces exit options and affects the value. 10) Small number of small units is the most expensive residential development there is.