Implement sustainable practices, such as Leave No Trace principles, to minimize your ecological footprint and preserve the natural beauty of the area.By carefully considering these factors and doing thorough research, you can determine whether renting out camping areas on your land is a viable option and how to proceed effectively.

I start with thank heavens it's not California where you are not allowed to do anything to preserve your real estate against the ocean also known as the Coastal Commission.

Furthermore, real estate often acts as a hedge against inflation, preserving capital value over time.Expert Insights into the MarketUnderstanding the dynamics of the real estate market requires both broad oversight and attention to detail.

I would like to know if I can preserve some/all of my liquid capital by avoiding an all cash deal for the lot/land.My thought process is...

If you stick with conservative loan to values then chances of a loss are slim, there could be delays in getting paid but you should be able to preserve capital with the lower loan to values.

San Diego and other places may want to preserve the “countryness” of their city, but we’ve had a growing population for a long time and unless we want to perpetuate more homelessness and other growing issues we better increase our housing supply in some other way besides luxury condos. 

I would not invest it in anything crazy (like crypto) - preservation of capital would be my #1 priority. 

I would like to know if I can preserve some/all of my liquid capital by avoiding an all cash deal for the lot/land.My thought process is...

Consult with legal professionals to ensure compliance and protect your interests.Emergency Fund: Maintain a reserve fund for unexpected expenses, vacancies, or periods of economic downturn.Regular Maintenance: Implement proactive maintenance measures to preserve the value of your properties and minimize the risk of costly repairs.Long-Term Perspective: Adopt a long-term investment strategy and avoid making impulsive decisions based on short-term market fluctuations.

Other things in his LOI were that we grant another option, that we refund the security deposit, that we allow unlimited assignment without us granting consent, etc..I'll go with your option #1 above and simply decline his other proposed changes and see if we can preserve the Renewal concept at a new rate that bakes in his commission (and then some) - if he wants to earn that commission, let him go and sell the package to the tenant.