I have seen some lenders offering as low as a 3 month seasoning period, but we tend to use lenders with a 6 month seasoning period (good lenders and it tends to align with our project timelines). 

They aren't allowed to profit from interest on the balance, for example, and they have to periodically audit the account, and refund you any surplus.

Found a food own today had “meat” on the bone and found out from realtor that in the “hidden” notes only he could see that were taking competitive offers over a certain time period.

It's a little more work to list out your CapEx expenses over a specified time period, but it may save you a serious headache in the future. 

@Gary Libero unfortunately you will have trouble tapping that equity for a period of time.

There is a reason you have an inspection period/ due diligence period it's to figure all these things out.

Any heloc lenders you recommend that offer 10 year draw period and no annual fees?

Certain states the owners have a redemption period to buy the property back. 

I think you'll be able to make that 24 month live in period easily.  

@Isoke CraigBeside purchase price, there are other factors that make for a strong offer: Type of financing - convention or cash are better for a seller than FHA and VAEarnest Money - consider higher than 1% of purchase priceOption fee- higher the better - more incentive for the seller if you back outShort option period - I win offers with 3-5 days to inspectPurchase the title policyThe list goes on.