Finally, the implementation of a streamlined model or spreadsheet enhanced efficiency and allowed for quick analysis.

Additionally, you'll need to locate a property with either a vacant unit or a shorter lease that could be canceled, allowing you to occupy a unit as your primary residence, as required by the terms of your low down payment loan.

I’ve heard of folks borrowing from their personal network for a down payment, but is this actually used in practice?My partner and I have an opportunity to buy a home that’s going to be leased to a non-profit, and we ...

Remember that the family that is remaining only need a loan with an LTV of 33%. 

Found through a realtor. 25% down conventional loan.

No mathematical reason to pay off low rate mortgages only to turn around and borrow at 7.25% (plus $5k and hassle of obtaining) your money back that you used to pay off your 3% or 4% loans.  

(My spouse just landed her first gig and is projected to start in November 2024) and we are ready to invest starting fresh in 2025 with minimal payments left on loans, etc.

You can play PM for a bit and gain experience of what's that like which helps when you finally outsource and hire out. 

Due to our lack of US income, a DSCR loan appears to be our sole viable option.

It doesn't have to be perfectly defined - for example you can have more than one market - but once you have a general criteria you can gather a list of Sponsors, eliminate those that don't fit your criteria, and then begin to interview them / some of their investors to make your final decision.