One way to learn is to become an assistant to a Real Estate Agent who works with Investors and House Hackers.

Highlight nearby conveniences and any neighborhood growth to attract interest.Focus on framing the size as a bonus that buyers get more space and value for their money compared to smaller homes.

Have you looked into becoming a private money lender to put your money to work while you wait for your next purchase?

Get real clear on where you are and where you want to go.

It's full of information on how to invest in other states.Look for Dave Meyers on BP.

Banks ask for larger down payments to shift risk to the buyer/borrower in default. 

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Since I live in Orlando, I pass by the villages (right off both sides of turnpike) on my way to Ocala.

The investors accepted it.  3 months later the buyer tried to reduce the purchase price to $2.6M to stiff arm the investors. 

I've seen where people add so many loan extensions with optional payment.Say 1k gives you a 1 or 2 year extension and this can be done 4 or so times.This agreement could be changed so many ways to make it work.You could offer a higher interest rate after 7 years to extend to 15 years.