She trusts me now and I am free to invest as i see fit. 

I would suggest you try to find other local investors in your area, and ask them who they recommend as a bank.My banker owns rentals, so he is a natural fit for me (and other investors as well).Good luck.P.S.I would suggest to other first time investors to ask around for a good banker.

I have a hard time imagining that they are adding value to your building if they up and leave, then you are left with a building that is probably only a fit for another brewery.

I would like to explore some Crowdfunding programs that may be the right fit for us.Thanks in advanceSerena

I am aware of the moving exception but my first FHA was in 2005, moved in 2007, bought current primary with conventional and now looking to buy multi unit with FHA, my lender said he wasn't sure I fit squarely within the exception.

FYI: I am at a stage now that how they respond on the phone or how they present themselves at the showing, I know if they are a fit.

I have heard of people renovating basements so they can make it into a rental.Make sure when renovating a basement that it can meet Massachusetts Building Code and the Minimum standards of fitness for Human Habitation otherwise the tenant can take advantage and not pay rent. 

The question is are you looking to owner occupy (Appreciation), Flip or Cash Flow as a rental will determine whether Point Breeze fits your buy in and also based on your qualification to finance a mortgage(s).

You first need to determine you "goals" (flip, long-term rental, etc) and then you will know if the condo fits into that game plan.

If you don't find anything and you think that offering to buy a Rental is a way to go, then, make up a proposal letter to send to each owner that has a property that would fit your needs.