southern first is solid, i personally use mortgage brokers vs banks, but southern first is great. 

I would do the following:Improve credit score to get the best ratesBuild a strong relationship with your lender(s)Have a solid cash reserveIncrease all credit lines/limitsBut I don't think there's much he can do now, most of the above takes years to do. 

You can build a solid power team during this down time so you're ready to run when COVID-19 is over.

The owner posted a FSBO and i contacted him asking if he was willing to sell. i am completely unsure on how to run comps on this property. its strictly commercial, it used to be a barbershop. how would  i go about not losing this lead and making a solid but fair offer in which i can wholesale it and still allow the buyer to make a profit?

If you've chosen a solid market, know your cost to hold/maintain, know the market demand and resale history - let the self-doubt go. 

I am still getting solid returns.

Most people within BP indicate that they are satisfied or very satisfied with what they offer (eg good cash flow, strong market, solid ROI, helpful information - especially working with Zach). 

Without knowing your specific home I can't say for sure but there is a solid chance you can sell even though you have not owned the home long and did not have to put much down. 

I would imagine private lenders will have more to lend as well... if the deal is great, the business plan solid, and borrower stable... you have much in your favor.  

Dissolve the LLC?