The people are friendly, the business environment is welcoming, and my real estate investments have provided me with financial freedom.

Providing superior service, cheaply.

This owner found a free lease template online that provided very little landlord protections. 

I would also recommend joining local FB groups in your area.Hey Julia, My real estate agent just did a round of direct mail, and I have been thinking of doing the same.

Paying off rental mortgages increases monthly cash flow but reduces liquidity, while investing in hard money lending offers high returns but is taxed as ordinary income.Buying a multi-unit rental provides tax benefits like depreciation, while purchasing a business can yield strong profits but requires active management.

My piece of advice would be to make sure you have a great agent in your corner to help you assess the market, make informed decisions, etc. having a good agent can be day & nights difference when it comes to your experience.

I sank every dollar my rentals provided back in to paying off debt and acquiring more properties.

There have been a few things that I feel like they could clean up, but it seems like they work hard at updating it to provide a lot of value. 

Provide a detailed accounting of deductions, along with the invoices, to show you’re acting in good faith.

First off, has the developer provided you with a term sheet (not a commitment) from a bank showing they'd lend 75% LTC on a mixed-use development?