Reach out direct if you want to go over anything specific and personalized.  

If those rules include interest rates at specific amounts, I will still find a way to win.

You might want to consider what specific sweat equity you are offering, and where you are located.

If you have any more specific questions or want some local help, feel free to reach out. - Chris 

Hey Shane, I'd recommend some sort of short term financing with using your personal assets as the collateral or something besides that specific property as collateral.

In most jurisdictions when you rent a SFH everything on the lot is included unless specifically excluded in the lease.  

Sure, no one has to accept any specific offer...calling for highest and best doesn't mean they have to choose highest and best, just that they're saying they want to make sure everyone has put their best foot forward.

and is this your thought on my situation specifically, being a total beginner?

You're right, a CPA would be able to answer your specific tax questions, but I do know that as a single member LLC, the default tax status is disregarded entity.

Maybe not as much as WA, but...Hey Jack,Would be interested to know more specifics of involvement that you would like to have, but I’ve got clients doing good work in Ohio, Alabama, and the Carolinas right now.