Unfortunately (or fortunately), we don't have enough snow/ice down here in Memphis to use that method.  

Additionally, is there another method of financing that would be easier to arrange under my current circumstance... maybe buying an REO with an interest only loan and using hard money for repair costs...?

Any alternative methods to get all three owners an equity stake?

I want to buy and flip vacant lots using the methods outlined in Podcast 39.

Do you think the BRRRR method is the best approach to find high cash flow and grow the portfolio quick?

Pressure her to comply is your best and easiest method. 

I'll be playing by ear and will adapt accordingly.

I was renting out my own home so I had to do something fast and it was.I didn't even think about other methods and if in the future I am renting out a lower income home.

Please do not get excited to spend that $3k, study nothing down methods.  

I am open to discussing other methods of beginning in real estate investing besides wholesaling properties.