Probably notAs you already know, there are no guarantee's with investing which includes lending.

He is great with investors and can find deals that cash flow much easier, including some off market stuff.

I'm trying to raise funds from my family and I am being asked to produce pro-forma scenarios at 2, 5, and 10 years which should include IRR and ROI.

if you are going to do things like include utilities, or have an off street parking spot, other amenities etc, there's no reason in my mind you couldn't "charge a premium" for a premium unit/service. 

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I know that interest on the acquisition loan can be included in the cost basis since it’s inventory.

It is also for that very reason that you should be wary about going in as I do feel that the Pittsburgh has gone pretty high up in it's property values. 

Pairing that with relationship-building will help you uncover off-market opportunities and find local experts who can guide you.For meetups, here are a few ideas:Indianapolis Real Estate Investors Association (Indy REIA): They have a mix of virtual and in-person events and are a good starting point for networking with other investors in the Indy market.Louisville Real Estate Investors Group (REIG): A similar organization for the Louisville market, with educational and networking opportunities.Check out BiggerPockets Meetups: Many cities have local meetups organized by investors active on BiggerPockets, and they often include virtual options.Facebook Groups: Look for local investing groups like "Indianapolis Real Estate Investors" or "Louisville REI."

Tell the possible contenders you are interested in how they format their statements and what information they include.

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