Most larger communities will have a Homebuilders Association, i would start networking to find a builder that can finance the construction. 

Alternatively if they all love the deal, that's also likely a good sign.You can get a dog of a property in a crap neighborhood that will yield a 13.6% gross cap (not saying yours is), but that certainly doesn't tell the whole financial picture of how the asset will perform.

I'm seeking to be in an environment with like minded individuals to learn and network to grow my portfolio and eventually network to collaborate on larger deals once I have a better understanding of the commercial side. 

These can provide good cash flow and are easier to manage than larger commercial properties, especially when you're just starting out.Also, when I was starting, I found local meetups super helpful.

Now that the property has been renovated, I have recently been applying my efforts toward starting a syndication to scale up to the purchase of larger properties.

Should you add a playground or dog park, or would your money be better spent on putting in gated access?

Umbrella insurance is usually a very large policy of $1 million or more, extending your coverage for larger situations.

This is where I would focus, as these are the same attributes that attracted those responsible for the larger projects like the Bellweather District you mentioned in your initial post.With your budget I would recommend NW Philadelphia (Germantown and Mount Airy in particular).

Maybe just try finding the deal and sending it over to a larger wholesaler for a JV fee?

@Mickey Petersen I would 1031 exchange into a larger better cash flowing property or whatever gives you a leg up on your wealth building.