We lend up to 85% of the build costs but, generally, require that our borrowers have some experience with ground-up construction. 

Last summer a contractor that was building us two pergolas and grilling stations had to take $3K off his bill because he passed the deadline he agreed was easily achievable.As for how to deal with your current situation, prodding is about all you've got.

This is not to dissuade investors from building a team because I wouldn't be able to virtually wholesale in several markets without one.

I here in the Netherlands Rotterdam working on renovating a 3 unit building

Start by talking to a cross-border CPA and attorney to handle taxes and legal structures properly.

That way, you build equity and cash flow at the same time.Feel free to reach out if you want to run any numbers or talk through a deal.

I work for a building materials company now and took their online game from Zero to very engaged in the past few years and it's been really fun.

For new builds and some rehabs they are vented but in some conversions or apartment remodels I will opt for the ventless units.

I have a building on the outskirts of San Antonio, but it is considered San Antonio as far as a physical address.

I wish you the best in building out your portfolio.