I selected this structure after reading about it BP and Paper Source, and also being mentioned by multiple "gurus", and since it made sense to me, It seemed as the best way to structure the ownership of my Notes.Having the CFD in the name of a trust with beneficiary being a LLC, allows for a more efficient process to take back the property if Borrower is unwilling to correct the issue (the 20% rule not withstanding).

This is pretty disappointing from the point of view of a newbie Bay Area investor, as 3-4 units fail the FHA self-sufficiency test.

My longterm goal is to own multiple rental properties.

Even tolerated multiple delays in submission of documents by sellers.  

Problems included: septic tank leak, failed water flow test for the well, evidence of carpenter bee infestation in the house and termite infestation in the garage, leaking pipes, roof was bad and all the windows were bad.

The 1 in 50 times where this simple litmus test gets it wrong isn't worth the time suck represented by the other 49 times.Those that WILL drive to your office even though you previously didn't sense any motivation, it is probably worth your time to run a full CMA, offer them coffee, and start that relationship.

Also focusing on using the new opportunity zone tax deductions to pick areas with high demand and low service options, that can offer us opportunities on multiple fronts.  

Have you run any test ads or do you have proof that the market will fill these?

Between us and other family members we have multiple businesses and properties to sell and we hope to make a full move over the next two years.

How about this: First we analyze if there is an improvement to the HVAC building system, taking into consideration the B.A.R. tests and treatment under DMSH.