I’ve summarized below to keep this article short(er):Fannie Mae - + 2.4% (down from 2.8%)Freddie Mac - + 3.2% (no change)Goldman Sachs - +5.5% (up from 5%)All institutions are seeing prices higher in 2024, as one would predict.

One thing to keep in mind is that institutional lenders typically won't allow you to borrow the down payment.

Agree with Dan and Zachary, there are a lot of options and it depends on how active of an investor you want to be.If you’re looking to take a more passive role in your real estate and want the benefits of diversification there are funds available to accredited investors that are designed to allow investors the opportunity for ownership of institutional investment grade property that is occupied by regional, national, and Fortune 500 credited companies. 

Increased Institutional Investment: Large investment firms and private equity groups are recognizing the potential of mobile home parks as a stable asset class, driving up purchase prices.

Perhaps you can hypothecate the note to a lending institution, or use the notes as collateral for a bank loan?   

A whole life insurance policy isn't just a safety net; it's a powerful tool for wealth creation (ref: other rich people and lucrative institutions). 

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In addition, I had to pay an additional 1% down payment so that there was time for the loan to get transitioned to the final lending institution before interest accrued and exceeded the max approved credit limit before I had a chance to make a payment.

QuickBooksQuickBooks can be a good option for tracking the financial aspects of your deals, such as downpayment, funding sources, mortgage details, and cash flow.Pros:Widely used, with robust reporting features.Can track both income and expenses, making it easier to manage the financial health of your properties.Offers integrations with banks and lending institutions for easier transaction tracking.Cons:There might be a learning curve if you're not familiar with accounting software.May require customization or additional apps to track all the specific real estate details you mentioned.3.

The savings in operational costs alone makes it appealing to institutional players.