If you won’t hire a PM I’d send something like: You’ve been a great tenant but because of market conditions the rent will be increasing to $x at the end of your current lease.

Their customer service department is very responsive.When selling a service as taking care of everything and handling the complete process, this includes all forms, liabilities and considerations for that particular need.

Nicholas,I think you may wanna read the threads below before hiring any of Bob's "guys".Exposing more of Bob Prisco's (AKA Bob Stevens) LiesWho is Bob Stevens AKA Bob Prisco and what's his involvement in Cleveland?

If they don't approve the project, all the time and money spent chasing it yields no return.3) Market Risk: The market can change during the entitlement process, which can also work in your favor like it did for many Developers in 2021.That's why knowing your municipality, understanding their processes, and making wise decisions in selecting which projects to pursue are crucial.Success in development requires choosing the right projects that 1) meet your criteria and 2) have a promising path to approval.The good thing is that this risk is compensated by having a higher return.

Its a process and a government process at that so be prepared for that.

Depending on the volume you would be submitting, find a company that does not have high monthly minimums and can walk you through the process if this is your first time using.

Basically I'm wondering if we should start our own LLC (owning it ourselves, "hiring" out the construction to his other LLC to avoid layering), or can I have his company get the loan and I just sign something showing that I'm providing the cash, am on the hook for the loan, etc? 

Any time I have a client who did their bookkeeping for rental properties with QBO, it's it's always a lengthy process to try to sort it out. 

I will hire a local person for emergencies and other stuff but wondering if anyone on this forum had specific details.

I am happy to chat about the process as well if you have questions.