None of them would want to stop doing business...they just modify the costs of their "products"...the money.

Had an out of state FSBO request a photo of my Driver's License before they would have a family member meet me at the property...this seems inappropriate to me...thoughts?

@Courtney James If I were in your shoes especially in a production based business like wholesaling I would probably get more value and more return for the efforts and money by investing in a system or technology of some kind. 

More product options - You can invest a small amount of money and still access large multifamily or commercial properties.

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My go to lender has a 15% down product for investors, but sometimes it's difficult to make the cash flow work with that.

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I think your next step should be to find a local lender that offers FHA loan products, talk through your situation, and see what is realistic.

Also hardware and doors and other little replacement items are odd sizes and so you may have a hard time buying off the shelf home depot products to make repairs. 

There are so many lion products for multifamily out there right now, I'd recommend you  find a commercial mortgage broker in your area and talk with them about all the options.