We would be happy to buy that 1st lien note off you, based on the numbers on the calculator.

I do think in A & B you can push those numbers on the high side. 

-I wouldn't give up on house hacking.  

Aside from what you'll find here on BiggerPockets, you can probably some good creative financing nuggets on the websites below.Single-Family: https://masterpassiveincome.com/Multifamily: https://pauldavidthompson.com/

Definitely open to adding value any way that i can

I had some experience on long-term rental out of California, but I know running short-term is a different story. 

Background: I offered on a condo (still a newbie to investing myself, although this would make my third STR and second in one market), and the same day a second offer came in, higher.

Would you care to share on specifics if doing this right?

Aj, as a PM business owner, do you have any suggestions on how to partner with a Sponsor?

Almost every property on my street is a 3+ unit property.Now, I understand that I cannot build a quadplex due to zoning restrictions.