🏚🏡——We are able to get into properties together and analyze each deal as if we were ALL taking on the project ourselves and compare our rehab budgets/projections and visions for the property.

Meanwhile you'll need to stand you ground and cash vision for the GC to be a man of his word, work with honor, etc.Regarding the lien, you should have the contractor sign the invoices for each draw (as well as you yourself should sign them) and you should have them sign a lien waiver, at least at the end and possibly with each draw paid.

Either way, Create the vision or goal.

Vision, Leadership, Time, Energy, Expertise, Discipline, Diplomacy, Thick skin and Patience  2.

Just up to you to deploy it where that interest is a moot point because your investment is earning a higher ROI.In either case, work on defining your end goal/vision(will help with above).

All a passive investor does is bring some money to the table and collects money while the general partners make sure the vision for the building is achieved.Best,

They can also listen to what your vision for the property is and they'll know when it's time to order materials and show up to work.  

In identifying an accountant, look for one that has experience in REI and understands your vision for the future. 

Long term vision is to purchase commercial 5+ units as we'll be able to scale more efficiently. 

Real estate investors often capitalize off ability to create a vision for what a property can look like after TLC, cleaning, etc.