That may be a better alternative to delayed financing, where you'd likely be capped @ 70% - 80% of your purchase price only.  

Or is there an alternative valuation method they could counter with that's equally valid?

Question is there an alternative to physically going to the county recorders office i.e. online search?

@Jamarco Thomas, The good thing about the ESOP is the distribution is qualified for NUA Treatment ( capital gain treatment) compared to distribution from other Qualified plan such as 401k that is taxed at ordinary rate. 

Think about your alternatives, and have a back up plan before you sit at the table.Good Luck!

Outside of continuing the process of using my own 30-40K down @ 5-6% are there any other alternatives to acquiring the properties without the outlay of cash on my own? 

They are positioning themselves as an alternative way to tap into your home equity.

I've been involved in single family homes, multi family apartments, flips, and even a commercial building. But I'm looking at something different and would like to get some opinions. A Toy Barn. An outfit in my area h...

I'm looking in the right products or you know about alternative?

More people are being pushed out and looking at alternative locations to the gateway cities.