Since the owner(s) are looking to get rid of multiple properties but don't want to pay a huge tax bill, I wanted to bring some creative ideas to the table.  

I'd like to be better prepared the next time I approach a bank or lender about financing. 

Thanks man I just have to get a lil more creative now. 

If you are prepared don't waste your effort worrying.  

.- no title seasoning on cash out refinances unlike FHA which has 12 months of title seasoning after purchase before you can use market value value or conventional which requires 6 months after acquisition (this applies to CO refinances where you used financing initially to purchase not DFE or delayed financing exception which is an all cash purchase and there is no lien/deed recorded on the property at the time of close), This becomes very handy for  creative RE entrepreneur once you learn how to force equity through adding value to properties you can use VA's no title seasoning advantage to increase the speed at which you move from deal to deal quicker than Conv/FHA- no self sufficiency rule when owner occupying 3-4 unit properties which FHA has (a rule that makes buying 3-4 unit FHA properties in high cost areas nearly impossible) so this a huge plus- use of rental income or other peoples income (OPI) to help you qualify on your 2-4 unit VA purchase (FHA and Conv does allow this too)There's a lot more you can do to optimize your mortgage planning from an investors perspective.With the introduction of the 2018 Tax Cuts, you can structure your taxes strategically to not only greatly reduce the tax impact but also remain bankable to most money sources.

Or any creative ways to finance them all together?

It's myself, my brother and best friend and we don't have that much between us but we're looking to be creative and get our first property and grow from there.

I am a Realtor in NYC but also started Cold Calling other states. I have two people who want to sell their property in NJ, both properties are short sales. What is the best way I can profit from these properties? Mean...

Leveraging your expertise, I'd like to understand how you approach the situation I'm about to describe.Long Term Goal: Build RE portfolios using a buy-and-hold strategy by building up 40 units in the next 6 years.Situation: Small family owns their first single-family home which was purchased 2 years ago.Purchase Price: $320,000 (FHA, minimum down)Oustanding Balance: $300,000Appraised Value: $370,000 Mortgage: $1,950Est Rental: $2,300 (no expenses considered)Considerations:The basement may have been finished without permits, professional plumber, or electricianThe yard is large and potentially hard to maintainAn additional $2,000 is needed to prepare for rental or $10,000 in renovations before selling Therefore: What would you do as a starting investor in order to reach the goal stated?

Can someone please share their creative strategy for finding funding/capital?