Tax accessor recorded it as a triplex but appraiser could say different I guess. 

People are much more likely to tell you, "We'll think about it...we have a couple more places to look at", than they are to tell you "I have a criminal record/bad credit/eviction record/whatever and don't think we'll qualify for your rental".Of course, if your rentals are overpriced, and they are able to find comparable housing for less money, then that's another possibility as to why they aren't coming back to complete an application.

There may be investors willing to fund a deal for you, but this will be tough with no track record.

Unfortunately, I had not recorded my mortgage deed to facilitate additional rehab loans, so I ended up as last person holding a loan and lien. 

I opened a couple cards to help fix up a property I purchased (and to travel hack at the same time), as I was going to be spending the money regardless --- I opened a third card that didn't charge anything (usually they charge 3-5%) to transfer balances and also had a 0% for 15 months, and no annual fee.

That presumes your partner wants to record a Mortgage or deed of trust. 

I've travelled the world and done a lot of things I wouldn't have thought possible given my upbringing. 

Buy buildings with your own cash and track record.

You need to secure right of way from a neighbor first (recorded easement) otherwise the property is pretty much useless which is probably why the current owner is trying to sell it.

I travel to Orlando every 3 months and stay for a couple of days since I live in Miami.