I have a potential private lender, but I need to determine if this is a viable investment opportunity and explore the best financing options You posted this same thing three times - in two it was a 36 unit and in the third a 32 unit.Do you have any other details about the transaction or perhaps wish to share your initial analysis so the volunteers here can poke holes in it or tell you why you're right?

We have several avenues we can explore with a situation like this.

Explore my personal favorites, Set For Life by Scott Trench or The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey, for invaluable financial insights.3.

Explore my personal favorites, Set For Life by Scott Trench or The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey, for invaluable financial insights.3.

Explore my personal favorites, Set For Life by Scott Trench or The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey, for invaluable financial insights.3.

If you find it difficult to rent then you can always explore the credit option.

In your case, it sounds like depreciation would give you a lot of benefit even without qualifying as REPS.As you mentioned, the kids will get a step up in basis when they inherit the property. 

Kids immediately ran all over the house and upstairs and aggressively slammed doors, ran everywhere, stomping very loudly. 

Some agents might offer flexibility, like a non-exclusive agreement, especially if you’re upfront about your plans to explore multiple opportunities.

I'm exploring ways to access equity without selling.