There's no way around the 20% down minimum for an investment property--creative options like the piggyback mortgage are only for primary residences. 

Larry’s heirs don’t pay, what are my options?

Just wondering what some have experienced with these two options and why they like one over the other.Thanks in Advance and cheers!

I think Columbus is a great option to consider.

I'd weight the options of high EMD with an inspection contingency so my money isn't at risk, and low(er) EMD with no contingency and I could lose my money.

Here are a few options: 1. 

There are LOTS of options to weigh out, pros and cons lists to make.This is actually just a means to an end, however because I have an idea of a STR PMC that consults with apartment investors and owners. 

Plus, I'm looking into STRs and MTRs, so lenders that have experience with and options for those types of properties are also ideal.If anyone has any advice on what to look for in these types of lenders or any red flags to be on the watch for, feel free to comment below as well.I look forward to hearing from everyone.Thanks!

Just get an option on it, at a price that works for your plan.

And for brand value I'd argue there is no "nike" of PMc, so many can fluff the feathers and cluck how great there brand value is but I say show me the client stream coming purely from brand, I call BS to that "cluck", and say it's open air and opportunity for any to create brand value in a market and take market share where there is any lacking options in PMc quality or availability.