It strikes me this will be something I’ll need to chase down.  

If any issues arise with China or shipping (union strikes) these containers go back to $4,400.  

I asked her where the higher cost was coming from, and she left it vague and said it was time and materials based.I asked her via text if I switched to self pay, if I could bill my insurance on my own later, and she said “We would wait to submit to insurance on the proper software - it won’t be broken out the way they prefer,” which strikes me as strange since it seems like the insurance and I should get pretty similar information or invoice breakdowns.

I would then fix the option price at $300,000 for the next year and then I would lower the strike price to $295,000 during the second year and $290,000 during the third year.

The hybrid model you mentioned are you structuring those where you have a fixed strike price + rent credits built in?

If cash flow is your main focus right now, MTRs usually strike a nice balance between steady occupancy and higher returns than a standard long-term rental, without as much management intensity as STRs.In Florida, you’ll definitely want to factor in seasonality for STRs and the impact of insurance/taxes.

It showcased the effectiveness of Partner Driven’s funding model, David’s local hustle, and the advantage of striking when the right opportunity presents itself.

The option monies are yours now, and your only real risk is the property jumps in price during the strike period, so you sell it a bit below market. 

When the good deal appears, strike quickly and don't quibble over small transactional details. 

More opportunity to strike a contract with sellers.