First of all, you are on the right track regardless of the financing route you take.

I of course want to start small.My dilemma is: I was approved through work to get a forgivable $12,500 down payment assistance on a "primary home" near where I work.

I have many flippers coming to me, asking for assistance to come save their projects.

Instead it looks like a sales pitch that is targeted to unsophisticated investors who are new to the space.If that's actually the situation here than these deals generally have multiple things I can't stomach and is an immediate red flag for me.2) AAA Storage growth: At one point I was interested in this sponsor because of the claimed full real estate cycle track record with little to no money lost.

Personal touches, like the ones we’ve been discussing, really help set a property apart; and it sounds like you’re already on the right track with your thoughtful approach.It’s also awesome to hear you’ll be in Scottsdale for work in 2025!

Track other flips in that area if there are any.   

This platform is designed to greatly assist you in networking and gaining knowledge about real estate.

Feel free to reach out for assistance! 

your on the right track then.. just compare costs and time involved.. then move forward

Networking with luxury RE brokerages will probably fast track you as well.