Is it possible to get a traditional loan on the 25% and owner finance the rest? 

The Twin Cities has traditionally been an excellent place for growth, but there are many metro areas that will offer you similar profits.

However, if you have conveyed the information to them via some type of written from.. that is a good option to leave it to them on what their choice is and move.

What will be left of the security deposit if they feel they have no choice but to leave the property as is.

Another good choice is Matthews, 25 minutes southeast of Uptown, which has a walkable downtown area with a small selection of restaurants, bars, and coffee shops.Traffic is something to keep in mind, as Charlotte is growing fast.

It has Roth component and traditional built in.  

For BP readers in NC (or other trustee states), get to know the trustees that operate in your county of choice, then periodically look for upcoming sales.

Rates are typically higher than a traditional cash out refinance, however at least you are not getting the full loan amount + you have the flexibility to draw/tap in the money whenever needed.

I imagine the home I can use a construction loan or my heloc again to complete and then get a traditional mortgage as that will be on its own lot, but the cabins will all be on a large lot containing the farm itself.

If you're sticking to all-cash, passive investments, you’re right that flippers and small developers often look for cash investors to fund deals without traditional financing.