Does anyone have recommendations for a lender for a CondoTel?  

Videos can help give you a decent idea of the condition, but I always recommend getting a home inspection or having a noninterested third party view the property.

Any recommendations how I handle this situation?

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Additionally, does anyone have any good recommendations for hard money lenders im the DC, Maryland, Virginia area that they have experience with?

Others may have a different opinion, but outside of a seller carry back up to 90% CLTV (still require some skin in the game, unless you go true hard money) 2nd liens on real estate for purchase transactions in the manner you're seeking are very difficult to get a loan against, whether it be a secondary market lender (private equity fund, balance sheet lender, family office, etc), and usually are seeking larger transcations ($1-3MM +) in this space, and are still capped at a max 75-80% CLTV (still wanting skin in the game).# 4 usually requires more explanation as its newer to the market (DM me if interested in discussing these options further), but all 1-4 appear to be potential options for you based on the limited details. 

Any recommendations for a towel set?

If you are working with a local agent, they should have some recommendations so it will be easier to finance.

Note the standard 401k and IRA limits will be maxed..This needs to be AFTER TAX contributions that can then convert to Roth.Thank you for any insights-pr--Respectfully ask not to be contacted directly by financial advisors seeking new clientele. 

Could you please recommend areas for potential investment opportunity in today's market?