The choice depends on individual financial goals and 5-10-year goals.

Then come to find out his wife's father is incredibly rich (how dare we think any money came from the wife's family). 

I joined BiggerPockets to connect with like-minded individuals, learn from experienced members, and contribute to discussions where I can add value.

I can see things moving forward in two ways: 1) These individuals and entities will work with us to return monies owed back to the Company or 2) we will need to go to litigation.

I’m eager to connect with individuals who are experienced in real estate investing so I can grow and develop on this new path.

The reality is the really rich have coastal properties and they're not going to accept nothing when it's wiped away even if they have hundreds of billions, there'll be recourse.

Quote from @Chris Rich: Depends on your approach - cash flow or appreciation.

It wasn’t a detailed plumbing drawing- he had shown one line going to all units while the contractor pointed out that it is better to show individual lines to each unit as repairs and maintenance are easier. and some towns even require it . 

A prudent investor doesn't seek quick riches through shortcuts.

I recommend reading "Your Broke because you want to be", then follow that up with "The Millionaire Next Door" and then "Rich Dad Poor Dad".