III. 35% of the high-demand prime commercial space (~10,000 SF) was vacant at close and was never marketed for rent online.

Welcome aboard Erin and good luck investing!

In this case the current financials on the property aren't great(rents well below market value and the owners family living in several of the suites) so the lenders will likely not provide the funding based on poor NOI.  

Addressing criticism about high rental rates in gentrifying neighborhoods requires empathy and transparency.

Let’s swap some tips and experiences!

Thanks a lotThe only safe way to find a partner or mentor is to attend local real estate investor groups.Go to NETWORK at the top of your screen and you can search for other investors and investment groups in your area.

What type of property are looking to inspect (residential, commercial, distressed, etc.) and what is the intended use of the property?

III. 35% of the high-demand prime commercial space (~10,000 SF) was vacant at close and was never marketed for rent online.

For HELOCs without W2 income, look into local credit unions or community banks, as they often have more flexibility with alternative income verification and rental portfolios.

We gutted the interior down to the cinder blocks, re-designed the unit layout to fit a more modern lifestyle.