Tim,
Good friend of mine is being transferred overseas for about 2 years and cannot take his plane with him. The airplane is set up for him - the product of a lot of work. So he won't sell, only to rebuy.
Therefore, three good, trusted friends, two are CFIs and one is a private, instrument, have entered into a contract with him to pick up hangar fees, maintenance (except for set aside for overhaul and other major items, and promise to fly it at least once a week to keep it exercised. Financially, the owner will not be out much (loan payment essentially), the rest is being handled by eager friends who want an airplane they can treat as their own, have the money for ops cost and maintenance, just don't have the capital to buy it.
Don't know if it is something you might consider... If so, PM me and I'll send you a draft version of the agreement they reached.
Might let you keep your steed until things turn around.
Warmest regards,
Rick
