We are using a commercial bank, and they seemed impressed with how thorough it all was.

My impression is that they have the kind of money where they can afford to do things like that, plus the mortgage is all paid off so their expenses are minimal. 

There seem to be a lot more people in this thread mentioning Bend in their profiles and posts than other parts of Central Oregon, how would you all feel about meeting here in Bend? 

(my number's on my profile). 

@Caleb Heimsoth  Wow, 10 months seems pretty impressive. 

., who always snags the top spot of total volume because his building company runs every build they church out through his MLS profile. 

My initial impression is you're just utilizing a form of owner financing.   

So what we do is provide our own copies of standard agreements we have used for the lender to review with their attorney if they wish and if we need to modify the documents in order to fit their risk tolerance or profile we're happy to consider the recommendations made by the lenders attorney and decide if it makes sense for us both to proceed under those circumstances.

You may keep on with your Real Estate education by browsing, reading, listening, building your network and BP profile too (which is a priority while you are here).

Checked out the before pics on your profile.