It's possible the engineer is agreeing to take on the ENTIRE development process and manage the entire development of the project but that would need to be clearly defined in the roles and responsibilities of the development partnership. 

Many investors choose a profit-sharing model for true equity partners, often splitting profits 50/50 or based on the level of their contribution to the deal, but ensure everything is clearly defined in writing to avoid misunderstanding/miscommunication. 

I couldn't agree more with defining your why and understanding your purpose before jumping in!

My hypothesis is that a Venn diagram of high-sophistication principals and normal properties (however defined) would encompass 20-30% of SFR transactions.

Nowadays there are a lot more strategies available to a lot more people, and that has changed the avatars of who is investing in real estate.Not every investor is defining "success" in the same way.

These transactions are defined by the terms of the Mortgages , Deeds of Trust , or Deed to secure debt or what ever type of debt instrument that is state specific.

., all help to define which South side neighborhoods have what it takes to overcome market inefficiencies and become "up and coming."

By way of example, Seller shall not extend the date of completion in connection with any Curative Period (as that term is defined below).It is expected that the construction shall be complete sometime between AUGUST, 2022 and SEPTEMBER, 2022.”It’s been more than two years for me since I signed.  

Enter the STR:Short term rentals are defined by the IRS as properties with an average stay is less than 7 days.

If it is smaller family-owned business, see if it makes sense to offer a Defined Benefit Plan.