As time went on I was wondering if it was perhaps the way I was structuring the deal that was the problem. 

Financing is typically structured as interest only debt with 24-36 month term, which will convert to traditional financing upon stabilization and a handful of covenants including DSCR, debt yield, etc.

We don't have very good credit so we cannot go the bank route for a loan, we are looking for hard money lenders but we just have not yet got approved, we have been saving to make this dream a reality so to speak and are just a little concerned with investing all of our savings in a shell without knowing we will begin work straight away. 

I'm moving forward with my research and hope to meet with a local realtor next week to structure my first purchase.

There is the type of property, the debt, the chosen entity structure, and the exit timeline that affects everything.  

Were the floors stout enough to support the added weight or did you have to add some to the structure?  

I'd love you input on deal structure.

Look at APR rates which includes fee structure and not just teaser interest rates. 

If your purchasing properties in a local business entity you will have more control over your tax structure and more financing options.It is always a pleasure to network with new investors so feel free to connect with me and if I can be of any assistance let me know.

He clearly stated that because the two structures on my property were unconnected, they were considered to be duplexes and did not require a green card.