Not buying/selling for others like an agent would do.Think more like get a rental or two or a short term rental to get those hours.

@Lilly FangThe way I have done this in the past was I had a lien on the property and let the property be in the name of the partner but we had a jv agreement outlining the terms of the profit split on the deal

Together, we negotiated favorable terms with the seller, ensuring a beneficial deal.

I used to live in northern Illinois, so close to Wisconsin - there are several smaller towns around lakes that would be good for short term rentals. 

Together, we negotiated favorable terms with the seller, ensuring a beneficial deal.

Current lease term (expiration date, month-to-month)7.

I know it is crazy to think but is there private lenders to talk to that will work with you on rates, terms...etc?

Is it okay to make that investment and wait for a long term appreciation?

I think you'd be better served to turn the STR unit into a long term rental.

And or course, short term loan for HELOC and then refinance later.