Should I make offer on anything the hits my criteria?

Lock up the mortgage then hit the HELOC.  

I think it's about the most space efficient you can get, plus there are likely energy efficiency benefits(or at least utility cost improvements) compared to your current set up.

I messed up and hit the wrong button before I finished. 

I live in MD, partner to be is an NC resident.Questions:My accountant suggested a multi-member LLC, but wouldn't holding the title as 2 single-member LLCs eliminate Maryland tax filing fees as well as the NC partner being hit with both MD and NC tax on out of state LLC partner's earnings?

On the flip side, they might have some contacts for you as well which could help you finance the property, but if I were in your shoes, I would hit up every avenue I could to secure affordable financing for your project before pursuing this further.

I'm trying hard to find some things that work in a hot market, and the $300 -$400/m in interest on the DP loan is making it tough to hit cash flow targets.

I hit the wrong button again.

That would lessen the blow a bit.Seller financing may also interest you - you can hold a note upon the sale and spread out the CG tax hit by reporting the gain in installments when payments are received.

It’ll make it a lot smoother and more efficient for both of your guys time.