Yes, Mustafa Lakadawala from Clarke Realty (local to St.

Or his investment/local area. 

My thought is to help him out by going in 50-50 partnership for many reasons: half down payment, half capex expense, strong co-signer on loan, me being local to investment property to take care of little things that need attentions (he will be out of state for his job/I will have PM), etc.  1. 

Have you connected with local investor meetups or REI groups?

RE is local.     4.  

Since hard money eats into profits, consider private lenders, local banks, or partnerships for lower-cost funding.

My father was a member of the IBEW out of Local 6, so I have a deep respect for your profession.Are you planning to use the BRRRR strategy on a 4-unit, or are you leaning toward a turn-key investment?

There is a light at the end of the tunnel, be strong... and then maybe call your local councilperson to tell them about the horrible situation you're in.

So Augusta, GA is one of the locations that has been on the top of my list.  

Maybe partner up with a local flipper on the renovation, split the profits after the sell and move on.