If you're looking for a reputable builder you could simply walk into a new construction house/open-house and ask the agent to connect you with the builder - I'm sure they would love to bring a project to their client (the builder/seller). 

Some time period later you want to sell that property to another investor while still under terms with the original seller.

. - Second Home Loans & Seller ConcessionsOne way to off-set some of the unanticipated costs above is by utilizing more favorable and flexible lending and mortgage terms.

I'm not really a sales guy If it is harder to get financing and the seller knows it, he may be willing to do some owner financing in order to sell his unit.

The Columbus market has already had massive growth and I had trouble finding good deals due to the demand.

For STRs, you're going to price according to your market but also most likely using a dynamic pricing tool to take into account location-specific demand fluctuations.

If it’s not 100% fixed, that means the day after you give the seller their money the landlord could say something like…Thank goodness.

I found an Off Market property in Claremont when fixers were selling for $680k, we bought our home for $550k and got a $50k credit from the seller for some of the renovations.

Can I offer seller financing on my home if it's on FHA loan?

Seller financing is an option or locating a landlord who's exiting the program is another option just to name a few.