The potential downside to the second option is I don't know how they'd feel about the fact that I technically have another full-time job (though I spend minimal hours on it).  

Early next week will be a good indicator but all of us in the REI industry are operating like normal, as much as we can.  

@Jordan Moorhead I’m thinking for my first investment property SF would be easier to handle if I’m in the ballpark of 50-60K down, but my knowledge of duplex / triplex properties in greater Austin is minimal.

What is the best way to minimize taxes in this situation?

I have heard from others who indicated that because sole proprietorships are listed as an option you can list yourself as the business and trade name for those properties in your personal name. 

I think we will too for the time being.My few discussions with some other direct lender friends, indicate they are holding off for the time being.

You can reduce your overall taxes with real estate, but to eliminate it completely is unrealistic.And if you have a $1.5M business, you need a tax strategist on your team, someone who knows not only how to prepare tax returns but how to minimize taxes by planning ahead.

The SBA will be decisioning the loan amount, but they indicated the comment section was the best place to request more funds if appropriate.

The fact they are complaining online might be an indication the property manager dealt with them properly so be sure to ask the manager for their side of the story.7.

One of my mortgage brokers indicated that the seasoning didnt apply if I could show that I had the cash available.