Is there a way to protect myself and recoup any of my equity  (downpayment and any construction I plan to do) if the property by chance forecloses? 

We have aggressive goals as they pertain to real estate investing, and plan to be fully dependent on it in 5-10 years to replace our W2s (currently at $300k).4.

If you don't want to occupy, there are other options that look at the income potential of the property and do NOT factor in your income, employment history or DTI but you'll have a significantly higher minimum down payment - plan on 20% to be safe.

Which option is going to better fit your goals?

People literally believe this and plan their lives and investment approaches around it. 

If I can get from point A (drawing up plans) to point B (finishing the build and renting the cabin as an STR) I know that this thing will be a cash producing monster with a fantastic ROI.

My plan is to buy 1 STR and 1 LTR. 

Good afternoon Real Estate Experts I am planning to start commercial real estate investing later this year with the following plan: Looking to get 10-20-30-40 unit commercial multifamily with 20% down and preferred lender (the downpayment funds will be combined within 2-3 investor either to syndication or real estate fund, not yet decide it).

If this project manager fits that description than I would try to come to an agreement that you both can live with.

When you plan to move out will your portion of the "rent" and the other unit create enough positive cash flow.