Your lender will probably require a new appraisal which will establish current value.If you then add three more units you can get a new appraisal and refinance based on the new value.  

More importantly I am looking to establish solid relationships.I am even looking to help where I can: hands on, or in office.

It is a function of asset-type (commercial property) and asset value (I will establish a new LLC at about $2MM) for risk management.  

The  point was if another blatently used your property for a significant period of time they had established an ownership claim in that land.  

Perhaps down the line once a relationship is established an equity deal could be worked out, but off the bat.  

Talk to the investor, find out what their intentions are, you may find that they bring a lot to the table to make everyone's world a better place.

Once the value is established, your options will open up.  

The technology side has always vexed me and I understand that your ability to efficiently and quickly market your wholesale deals to as many investors as possible is critical to establishing your credibility and presenting your properties in the best possible light. 

My goal is to acquire additional rentals in the future, but I realize that I have a lot to learn about the business.

Is it possibe to find longer terms if I don't already have an established relationship with these CD persons/entities?