I think that a new partner a very large real estate development co. that the company now has a relationship wanted it there where his company is also .We have very different definitions of a Hard Money Loan. 

@Henry Clark is an expert on Storage development maybe he could give some pointers.

With no RE background and a full time job I was still able to create the right entity I needed, develop a powerful tax strategy, found a partner to invest with, and about to close on a rehab where we will both make $25k+.

I am learning about Fix and Flip strategies (I've only done developments).I want to grow my income from Real Estate while working on developments (ie waiting for zoning, permits and building)What have become your go to finishes for fix and flips to maximize value?

You will need a licensed TX attorney to oversee the legal documents, you need escrow officers and transaction managers and business development/marketing.

And the Census officially announced Detroit's population ticked slightly higher in 2023 for the first time in nearly 70 years.We're still early innings for Detroit's growth and appreciation. 

There are plenty/almost all towns in MN with populations under 2,000 people where you can buy a $50,000 house and rent it out for $600/mo+ and lose your shirt. 

A mentor to partner and begin developing with him.I haven't seen any good coaching program around here.

Plus you still have to actually underwrite the entire deal (purchase, construction, carry, etc to develop accurate CF/profit).

So far, my research shows a good mix of demographics, population, incomes, AND the crime stats seem pretty low... lower than the national average.Anyone investing in Appleton, WI and willing to share your thoughts/experience?