How can I structure the contract or investor payout terms to ensure they feel secure and confident in receiving a solid ROI?

We embrace S8 applicants, but screen them just like any other applicant.Many have an entitlement mentality and try to leverage their S8 voucher by pretending to be helpless:1) A percentage won't apply because they expect a landlord to waive application fees for them.2) Many cry broke and expect a landlord NOT to charge them a security deposit.3) Many of those same S8 tenants trying to avoid paying a security deposit, won't make an effort to call the list of nonprofits we send them that will pay their security deposit if they apply.4) A lot of them try to avoid paying for utilities.

The county is the second fastest-growing in the U.S. and the fastest in North Carolina.The zoning for the project is already approved, and with our captive audience of potential tenants, I’m confident that all units will be leased upon completion.I’m seeking advice on how to best structure this debt with a private investor or investors in the short term until the property is fully rented and long-term financing is secured.

The vast majority of lawsuits against Landlords are for wrongful eviction, security deposit disputes, and Fair Housing Violations.

I have looked into multiple "Angel Investor" sites (invstr.com, pitchbook, askforfunding) as our company is growing and we need to secure funding before we turn loans away.

Does a landlord let a tenant move in without first month rent and security deposit ?  

I used a conventional loan to secure the property.

These systems are now under tighter scrutiny as privacy laws globally begin to expand.Here’s how regulatory changes are directly impacting the real estate industry:Tenant and Buyer Data Collection:Real estate firms collect sensitive personal data such as Social Security numbers, financial records, credit history, and background information.

These loans are typically secured by real estate assets and can be repaid once your cash flow improves.Mezzanine Financing: This combines debt and equity financing, allowing you to borrow the needed funds with the option for the lender to convert debt into equity if not repaid on time.

@Pat Aboukhaled wife & I have thought this would be a great use of failing malls for affordable housing.Unfortunately, as @Greg Scott points out, many people take the path of least resistance, which can ruin the idea.So, you'd want security cameras and maybe even security guards to hold residents accountable.