Is anyone else aware of reasonable alternatives?

If you are having trouble finding a duplex, is house hacking an option?

We estimate the project will take less than 3 months to complete.I’m exploring alternative short-term financing solutions and would appreciate any advice or recommendations on options that might work well for this type of project.Thank you in advance for your insights and assistance!

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I’ve considered the following options:1.

Several of the contractors offer helical piers but don’t seem to think they’d be a more cost effective option - we can directly ask about this again.  

There are better options that don't have minimums.

Are there other creative options I haven’t considered?

One of the key challenges I’m facing is understanding the financing options available to someone without Canadian residency or a local credit history.From my research, it seems that a 35% down payment is often required, with interest rates around 7.5-8.5% for non-residents.

I'm open to helping you explore your options.