To readily obtain the highest end tenant I desire, it’s imperative that my properties have the following characteristics1.

If you're going to reinvest the proceeds you might want to consider a 1031 exchange or a cash out refi to generate the investment funds you desire for your next project.

How do you stand out as a desireable unit in a town that is saturated with many of the same cookie cutter condo 2b 2ba.  

The two-family property now has better curb appeal and the rental units are much more desirable, which has helped me increase my rental income.

Its great that you have saved some money and have a desire but investing involves a risk of loss.

Purpose of the fund: To purchase old land, rezone, demolish, and rebuild homes to sell at a profit.

However their internal business systems leave a lot to be desired and have really messed us up. 

You can't genuinely expect other cities to not try to create the infrastructure, job desirability, living conditions to impede such progress.

Some private lenders will step in and fund.

I'm still in the process of growing my portfolio, but have heard others 1031 all their smaller properties into a larger building and have a property management company manage, OR, set up a seller financing deal with another buyer that gives you the cash flow you desire.