Jeff,To expand on what John said ... all six are the right answer.Just depends on what the question (read the deal) is.But be prepared to switch from one to another i.e. multiple exit plans.Question #1 ... private investors (aka silent partners or HMLs) ... no, not that hard.

Doesn't hurt to try, but be prepared for plan B when they scratch that off.Don't get into a situation where the owner wants to lease it back after you buy.

Now look at the numbers and where you stand.You really have to prepare for things turning out different than you expect.

That is only 3 weeks per year, so the property is going to have to running very high occupancy in order to meet that 15 day min.Here are some other criteria that lenders will look at when considering a property.Minimum of "x" square feet In proximity to vacation/resort area Separate Kitchen Space, Bathroom and Living Area/Bedroom Kitchen to be equipped for food preparation Voluntary rental poolsFinally, with the real estate market undergoing a bit of an adjustment there likely will be more information available on default or foreclosures in the upcoming year.

I need someone to prepare/review the following agreements/contracts for me.1.

Granted this is expensive money 12 to 13% on the first lien but, I turned to the MLS and ran a report of high end properties that had been on the market for and extended period of time and the sellers have already expressed a willingness to allow creative financing.

Listen to William as he is an experienced professional when it comes to 1031 exchanges.There is no need to do a 1031 if you are prepared to pay the tax bill.

The key here is to be prepared!

Trying to be creative and not to miss some opportunities I see passing me by...Thanks.

I really don't want the deal to fall through so I've been kicking around some ideas in my head as how to creatively get it done.