I would see if I could get a few hour extension on the closing from 8am, get the wiring instructions for your closing agent, and do a wire.  

This will allow you to be lower stress, and perform better in your day job and investing career.  

My husband also thought that extension of the light rail should improve property values, but we did not do any research. 

They can get extensions to the voucher, so ask at the housing office.Also, the house doesn't need to pass for the voucher expiry date, it merely has to be found and the paperwork started. 

I have extensive commercial real estate experience and can double check the numbers quickly.Good luck!

If you think asking for a discount - after bringing someone over 2million dollars in business in less than 3 years - is screwing somebody, then congratulations on your extensive wealth and endless client supply. 

The due on sale clause generates a lot of debate on biggerpockets, but me and my colleagues have yet to see a performing note (a mortgage that is getting paid) get foreclosed on based upon that clause.

Since he's has such an extensive RE background...    

If you're solid on the wholesaling front, then either flipping or buy and hold would be logical extensions for you, and plenty of forums about both. 

Private lending and flipping are covered extensively throughout the forums/blogs, so you certainly came to the right place to learn.What part of SoCal are you located/interested in?