He then decided he money was worth more then the friendship and used the money as a down payment for his own house. 

I do not know near as much as most people about real estate investing which is why I love getting yalls opinions on this site for guidance and education and I appreciate the help and the friendship!

@Sheila CampbellI'd negotiate with your creditors on the debt to reduce it.The thrift shop on post and Goodwill near Crosse Creek have used college textbooks you can sell with bookscouter (app) or amazon.Get on jump status for the $150 a month.I plan on house hacking soon, if you're anywhere near base, you should be able to do that.Find someone you can add value to, help them, develop friendship, and learn the trade.Enjoy the best military installation in all of the military.

And if you do decide to go through with it with your money partners, and you lose money on the first deal, then you'll probably lose your money partners (and perhaps friendships) as well.  

I researched and met with a couple of architects and settled on the one I thought we could have a working friendship, and could see doing this over and over.

That tends to help with the vandalism a lot, plus I've kind of enjoyed creating the friendships! 

You can keep the deal, i would just like to establish a valuable friendship and skillset in the process.

The connections I've forged through Subto have not only enriched my professional life but have also led to meaningful friendships that extend beyond mentorship sessions.Furthermore, the wealth of resources available through Subto is truly remarkable.

You bring friendship, be willing to help out, bring money or time or experience.

@Brody JettIs money more important to you, or your friendship?