Quick question on those who have done seller financing:- Buying a 0.3 acre downtown fort lauderdale multi family, negotiated an around 1M price w lot of development rights, double lot. seller got it way back early 90s for pennies- got good credit 800+, w2 job etc put 40% down and mortgage bank offered 6.62% 30yr fixed (CF negative as this would make current rent roll not too much compared to the PITI)- property is in ok condition, needs 20-30k repairs which seller OKd, and all 3 tenants are month to month, pay bit under market but also ok- seller would like to do seller financing, interest only at 5.75%, 30yr amortization at 7yr balloon (CF would be positive) - id be paying some principal as well, just to grow some equity- buying this deal for the future development of the area (las olas, kushner broward crossing) so not really worried even if we overpay for it now, but never done creative finance as i always relied on a strong W2 job to get good loans but obv im used to 3% 30yr rates from covid times not this 6+ environment..Goal is to hold the property 3-5yrs, and then actually develop it or sell half the land / refinance, pull out HELOC if it appreciates.Questions:1) What does he know that i dont? 

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The current tenants are month to month and not interested in buying, and the existing mortgage balance is assumable (3.65%) for qualified buyers.I know it's a great house -- and with the assumable mortgage -- a great buy for someone looking to save with current interest rates sitting as they are. 

The trust would also acquire the new replacement property. 3) If you are renting the property to a related party, please keep in mind that it should be at fair market rental rates.  

It's hard enough borrow at regular mortgage rates and generate cash flow. 

Rents, yes 100% I do adjust billing and it is above standard tenancy rates because they are doing it for business revenue. 

With homes staying on the market longer, be aware of interest rates, as they can influence buyer affordability.

You could negotiate terms such as a lower interest rate or interest-only payments for a set period to ease your upfront burden.Lease-Option Agreement: If the landlord isn’t ready to sell outright, consider proposing a lease-option where you continue renting for a set period with an agreed purchase price.

Keep in mind if you buy another primary residence, you'd have better rates, terms and can pay as little as 5% down for multi family up to 4 units.

The owner occupant rate is super low compared to many states but as a rental it goes up alot.