Our experience is that many lenders/servicer customer representatives may not know the protections that exist for those that want to put asset protection steps in place. 

For the community development dept, you'll need proper plans (architect), site survey, permits, etc. when you're ready. 

What new apartments are permitted around it...or 1/2 way thru construction, but not on the market.How do you become an expert or master it.....probably like any other skill...practice. 

With a 4-unit building, that’s a very high customer concentration.

Don't try to get rich on one customer.

Before you sign anything, definitley pin down the timeline for permitting and building.

Last year one of our lenders would not lend to new customers or customers who have never did a commercial loan with them.  

If you're anything like me, customer service is the main draw for me when I am choosing any service provider.Look at websites, reviews and testimonials.

My understanding is that the ballpark standard of "unless it would be outrageously tough" (something along those lines) is what applies if you're doing a rehab, seeking new permits, doing structural changes anyways, and things of that nature.For existing pre-ADA structures, my understanding is that the standard is more along the lines of "if it can be easily/cheaply done, you have to do it."

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