Personally, I'd never do it.

I'd buy there as I actually looked into it, but decided Wisconsin and Ohio.

I'd imagine you'd have a much harder time finding property without cold-calling or cold texting at all. 

As much as I'd like to find a legitimate private investor, I am now leery of who I am talking to, which leads me back to "larger, super high interest prepayment penalty corporations". 

Hello, All seasoned multi-family investors/operators:If you wouldn't mind sparing a few moments to share your thoughts, I'd greatly appreciate it. 

Each of you are putting in half of the down payment, but I'd consider agreeing to a 60/40 split of the net income in favor of them. 

Hi Jeremy,The viability of rent by room is market dependent, so I'd look into similar rentals in the area!

If anyone had any thoughts I'd love to hear people's opinions and whether there's anywhere else I should be considering?

If this guy represents you, I'd say you're in some trouble.

I'd love to connect, ask questions, and hear recommendations of areas to invest in and professionals to work with.Please feel free to send a DM.Thanks and God Bless!