Another sub-manager type are private companies, usually overseeing tax credit rentals similar to Sec 8 but more involved.

Wouldnt this be more difficult to do if your not actually on the ground in that area, especially for someone new in this type of investing?

I would also find an attorney with experience in the type of business you are starting.  

My thoughts echo @Jaron Walling: Both of the RE ventures you mention are not the 'passive' type like a LTR would be...

The age of the property and type of construction make a difference in lending options.

At this point (almost a year after that court date), I'm stuck on serving the summons -- 4 of the 5 defendants have received it, but the 5th lives in Germany.

Technically everyone was a stranger before they moved in and we've never had any issues of stealing or squatting or any type of damage to the property.

I think all types of real estate investors are interested in path of progress.

I have multiple sales closing next month, but have a situation where Im cash strapped and personally need $5k for less than $30 days.Does anyone do these type of loans not based on credit and fund fast?

I study this fundamental question here and come to a conclusion based on a simple distinction between two types of contracts: contracts to produce new goods or to provide services;1 and contracts to convey existing goods or other property.