The challenge is two fold, you basically need a higher rate, lower DP bridge loan to get you to 12 months stabilized, and then also want/need it to be no PG.

I am still a novice compared to most folks on here, so that is why I seek advice.There is basically 3 pillars, that make up a "good/great" tenant.

I have found Privy best for comping / underwriting.Regarding contracts, I have a basic P&S that I can share that works for any state.When it comes to finding buyers, theres a ton of different ways to go about this.

Since you’re carrying part of the loan, this is basically an installment sale, which means you can recognize the gain over time as you get paid instead of all at once and that can really help smooth out your tax hit.With a 1031 Exchange, there is no need for an installment sale for tax reasons, as you are deferring the gain anyway.

Basically anything other than a low median home price as the top criterion.If you're buying a plain long term rental, you are not going to cash flow right away, in any market.

Basically we are the sponsor and manager for the entire deal lifecycle.....but we need other people's cash :)In this scenario if we were to not put up any cash but get a deal with all investor money, what should our sweat equity percentage be vs the investors?

I have my buy box so can plug numbers in but the "am-I-doing-this-correctly" or "what-if-the worst case-happens" creeps in and basically get analysis paralysis.

The choices are basically equivalent, so it doesn't really matter which you choose.   

I’ve studied the basics and have some experience, but my biggest challenge is connecting with the right lenders and property management companies to make it work smoothly from a distance.Does anyone here know of a good Section 8–focused mentor/coach who can work one-on-one or provide guidance?

You're basically trying to leverage yourself more which can be helpful but if it goes The wrong way, you could put yourself in a hole you don't need to put yourself in