You need to study Low and No Money Down Real Estate Investing.

I'm leaning towards the Authorized, even though it's a bit more money.

I believe that the only way small investors can provide affordable housing and make money is not by investing in affordable housing by itself.

I am 16 months in and proud of the success I have had but I feel like It might be time to focus on using my money wiser if at all possible.  

Ensure the monthly payments are manageable within your budget.Private Lenders or Hard Money Loans:Approach private lenders or hard money lenders who may be more flexible with lien positions.

Is he providing money?

Seller will lose time on market, time value of money, etc.  

He is more likely going to go back to school for a master's and/or find a fulfilling career, but we have no idea what that will look like or how much money he will make. 

Hello, can somebody help me understand what it takes to be a professional developer who doesn’t have large lump sums of money to invest but is hungry to make it to the next level.

Why not pull out the capital you have tied up to have a larger down payment (or even spread it over multiple properties) and maybe even keep some extra money in the bank for reserves and renovations?