However, we keep coming back to the potential that the best first deal actually lies in a property that my mom owns in San Diego.

This way, outside of appreciation, when you pull it out in a few years you could potentially get even more out of it.There are so many ways to approach it, but if your goal is offset the monthly and interest rates, and it helps you purchase sooner rather than later, cool.

I feel like this potential deal structure is different from most which is why I'm seeking more advice/wisdom. 

its a big pain in the butt to coordinate showings with tenants and you dont want to burn out or piss your tenants off by inconveniencing them with potential buyers who maybe just kicking tires..

Most likely higher prices in 2025 and 2026 as a result, along with increased competition and missed opportunities for appreciation this year to those who wait.At this rate, the only event that has the potential to cause a downturn in the Raleigh real estate market is if suddenly everyone stops moving here and buying here OR the economy at large experiences a deep recession. 

Hello Everyone - Thank you for taking the time in advance to assist me with your input and perspective on a potential buy.

Again I like Buffalo potentially.

I like the idea of sellers doing their own pre-inspection prior to listing and sharing that with potential buyers, and I’ve recommended that to sellers before.

For example, I think it would be nice to have a 20 year spreadsheet for LTR showing 2 roof purchases at the 10 and 20 year mark (assuming 10 year roof) and then each system listed with its expected respective replacement year to get a picture of potential capex spikes,This may lend to moving replacements expeditures around to balance the outlay of capex dollars over the life of the property.Thoughts?

U can keep trying but as stated your best bet is a financial ( cash partner) and then you have to talk them into why they should give up a bunch of the deal to you.