Keep crushing it bro, all the best As an agent I’m going to respectfully disagree that this is about whether the OP used an agent as opposed to a consultant like yourself.

I just signed a consultancy agreement with a data center developer who is currently looking to purchase property suitable for data center development within the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Consult with a financial professional and continue to analyze both markets.

I have a development and consulting company and last year I launched our Local Real Estate Developer company and courses to teach others how to be the developer in their community.

, and blogs, and consider consulting with real estate experts for professional advice.

Consult a Professional: Given the complexity and variability of these regulations, it is advisable to consult with a real estate attorney or a professional specializing in mortgage notes to ensure compliance with all applicable laws.For detailed and accurate information, please contact your state’s regulatory authority and seek professional advice.

After consulting my realtor I discovered the ARV would only be about $60,000 and that it was going to take about 10 years to get my money back and likely 10 years to get the value of the property up consistent with what I had put into it.

I have read a few books and thought the person should have consulted a professional instead of an "Editor".  

I decided to consult a few people to get their opinion about me acting as my own GC .

I would consult with your CPA and your lender on options depending on which path may be more beneficial.