These are often called portfolio lenders because they keep their deals in-house and only have to get it to pass muster with the bank's board of directors (BOD), or some long-term, trusted loan officers have a limit up to which they can approve loans without consulting the BOD. 

May want to check if its restrictive due to geography Usually they want you to be in creation neighborhoods to qualify.

They have more skin in the game then you do.Make sure you get clear title.

., Those would most likely still be qualified as improvements on property and not the purchase of property themselves even though it is on the settlement statement. 

They have more skin in the game then you do.Make sure you get clear title.

We both have full-time jobs aside from real estate, so we can qualify on our own for smaller deals.

They don't own anything, and still have to qualify for a mortgage at the time of purchase if they decide to exercise the option.

The tax code clearly states the cost associated to a foundation for solar such as a roof will not fail to qualify here.

With 20% down you should absolutely be able to find a 30 year fixed rate....although, I don't know your financial/credit situation...but getting a 30 year fixed rate, especially early on, will help you qualify for more deals in the future. 

That said, please be sure to follow forum rules and not solicit in the forums outside marketplace or spam via the message system, both of which are against the terms of service here.Based on your initial post, it sounds to me like you have more to offer than most so in my opinion, you have a better chance since you have the skill set AND some skin in the game!