These are just ideas I have been asking myself.I think if I could just pinpoint a direction I am confident in, it would make things so much easier to focus and really strive toward.

There are programs to find solds so that would be a good idea but an agent can pull directly from the MLS.

Apply for a dimensional variance on the vacant lot to allow a smaller lot and/or setback so it can be built upon.Your best first steps are to sketch a plan, possibly with an engineer's help, then contact the zoning department to discuss your idea with them to get informal feedback on your liklihood of success before you spend a lot of money.

Hypothetically, if I found a property with strong rental demand, the income could cover loan payments, operating expenses, and generate a modest positive cash flow.While this example involves upfront risks, the idea would be to leverage my father’s expertise as a contractor to minimize renovation costs, boost the property’s value, and create a long-term asset that appreciates over time.

Which you should always do anyway because tenants should never get the idea that rent is negotiable, ever. 

We’d love to collaborate further and share more ideas as you develop your vision.

I just stayed in a hotel in Moab and we had an A/C issue and it took two days to resolve and, honestly, that's not that out of line with my normal experience at hotels.I don't know where people dreamed up this idea that all hotels have someone waiting outside your room ready to resolve anything in 5 minutes. 

Some ideas I've considered:Equity Buyout: Having another investor or my partner buy out my 40% equity.Seller Financing: Selling my equity and offering seller financing to the buyer.Selling the Property: Liquidating the property entirely and splitting the proceeds.Does anyone have experience with situations like this?

The idea is it will be clean and level and the buyer can do carpet, tile or laminate.  

I am trying to bounce of ideas from you and learn from you.