This is tough.Depends on how fuzzy you want the business/family line to be.The only thing I'd be absolutely sure of is that your money has more tangible security than being a "personal loan" EVEN IF you cut him a break on cost. 

Investment Info:Small multi-family (2-4 units) buy & hold investment.

And seeing 3 unit Multi families for 300k.  

Hey everyone, I'm a highly seasoned multi-family investor and developer in Canada, with a track record of successfully developing over 800+ units.

Brick 3/1 lower, 2/1 upper. No leaks from roof or in basement. New mechanicals. Occupied so please do not disturb. No showings unless verified POF or a PA with an inspection contingency. Warranty Deed. Would prefer to...

I want to buy my first single family rental property in Alabama.

If you want to get a great agent, you want to be able to tell them that you are pre-approved (and for how much, for single- or multi-family), have confirmed hard money if you are going to flip, and how much savings you have.

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Hi Alex,Like my colleague mentioned, you could either purchase the property from your grandmother, but would need down payment / reserves to support loan requirements or have your family add you to the title of the property to meet minimal seasoning underwriting guidelines to refinance the loan in your name.