Just pay yourself the 8-12% they typically charge and learn the ropes for a couple years. 

I want to pose this question for the BP community, hopefully as a spot to aggregate important and useful information, as well as create a constructive dialogue regarding different Creative Financing strategies!

This is something that typically has an associated cost either in a slightly higher interest rate or in points.

I know that typically there is a 5 to 6% commission in most Resi transactions.

they do not typically do furnished rentals.Was thinking of renting $1800-$2000 12 mo.

or, looking for cash AND a construction loan? 

This means that people who inherit investment property will have to pay more in property taxes, typically a lot more.  

Since there is no existing mortgage, it doesn't apply in the typical sense. 

how do you feel about the unreinforced masonry construction?

How do you currently perform your construction?