Turned it into a bad thing, and attempted to command sympathy...?

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People don't want to sell to some large business that has a chain of command longer than you can count(which all have to get paid).

You can invest with big-name experienced sponsors, who may simply be putting their name on the deal to give it credibility, and will have little to no role in the operations, and may command significant fees that allow them to get paid regardless of the deal's success.

The waterfront properties along the Chesapeake Bay and Potomac River have higher demand and can command premium prices.In recent years, housing prices in Southern Maryland have been steadily rising, but at a slower rate compared to the DC metro area.

Since I renovated it to my preferences, the home was able to command $3,500 rent/month with roughly $1,100/month in profit. 

Depending on the condition you'll command a better price on the MLS vs. off market.

By snagging a house in a nice neighborhood, you will likely command a higher rent for your ADU. 

If you have a $6000 per month interest only payment and the best case scenario is renting both units for $5000 per month (you only mention renting one unit for $2500, perhaps the other "owner" unit is far nicer and commands more rent?)

A squatter is someone who never had the legal right to be there but commandeered the residence anyways.