Additionally, another neighbor who owns an adjacent parcel has expressed interest in joining the project, contributing their land to the development as well.I believe this could be a great opportunity for all of us, especially as a unique retirement plan for my family and my neighbors.

The hard money 10% plus additional thousands in closing costs was too much to swallow. 

Went on to purchase additional rentals so tenants can pay down the loan and I build equity How did you find this deal and how did you negotiate it?

An additional 70,000 seem to have accepted buyouts.

I would keep the work very cosmetic, and I would enjoy the additional space and/or revenue from the unit without considering digging up, etc. 

Structure as a commercial lease, 5+ years, annual rent escalations, requirement to carry liability insurance (name you as additional insured), etc.

Hey Chris, this sound like an awesome addition to a tool set.

You can open a credit line there and get an additional 5% off of your purchase.

There always seems to be a boyfriend and his 2 cousins, or another mom and her boyfriend, or two additional sisters or something. 

These are professionals with additional training and a stricter code of ethics.