21 of the 125 people in my associates group have had dealings with the gators.

Keep in mind hotels have a lot more moving parts and greater liability exposure yet we as a company still did not implement what you shared.Where we as operators differed was in our the understanding of the actual risks associated with owning real estate and how to mitigate or protect against them.

Degrees don't. 

IRS rules on allowable work are somewhat unclear on the degree to which a Self-Directed IRA account holder can do minor work on a property themselves.

So I'm not entirely sure what you mean by a nonprofit REIA, do you mean just an association that doesn't require any fees?

I am going into my third year of college pursuing a degree in sales at Bowling Green State University.

I read everything I could about automotive facilities; spoke with brokers who had been involved in transactions in these type properties, and attended meetings, conferences, and joined associations of automotive repair shop owners4.

These loans cover the costs associated withpreparing the land for subdivision, such as grading, infrastructure, and legalfees.Ground-Up Construction Loans:If you plan to build on the land, a ground-up construction loan might be ideal.These loans typically cover both the cost of the land and the construction.They can offer more flexibility and longer terms, making them suitable for avariety of projects.The best option will depend on your specific needs and plans for theproperty.

Key metrics include# of assetsAsset typesRisk ProfileDate of acquisitionsTotal CapitalizationTotal EquityTotal DebtSponsor GP shareSponsor Role# of exitsRealized IRRs, EMsSponsors with a consistent track record of delivering projects on time and within budget are more likely to execute future projects successfully.Risk AssessmentIdentify and evaluate potential risks associated with the sponsor's ability to execute the project successfully.

Central Florida Real Estate Investor’s Association is the largest non-profit REIA group in the country.