And it needs to be in your area if you're going for material participation.

In my case, the QTA or Tax Title Services wouldn't work and so we're looking for an alternative like John suggested above.

The previous owner was handyman to the property(as I will also be) so I would think maint# is likely Material only.

If you can't get sewer, then your alternative is onsite septic, if soil is suitable, then your buildable area shrinks dramatically due to drain field and reserve areas for each home.

IE - they're stringing you along to get exposure to deal flow, and they're not making any tangible or material commitments to being your financial partner, unless it's an absolutely incredible deal that they cannot afford to miss out on.

I recommend building your elevator pitch (30 seconds or less), your uber presentation (five minutes), and your listing presentation (up to 30 minutes with supporting materials).

Might be easier to buy the material and hire someone to lay it out, especially being that big!  

Lending Provide a copy of the contract to your lender so they have the material terms of the agreement.

If you don't, then I recommend letting them work it out themselves unless they're doing something that will materially affect your rental.

This situation has prompted me to reassess whether now is the optimal time to enter the property investment market or if I should explore alternative investment avenues.