I still have an IRA with a private financial planner who's obviously ripping me off on fees every day.I'm still neck deep in a rehab a year after I had originally planned to have it done.

Then I contacted the local building dept, planners, etc so I had good confirmation of value.I believe in "following the money".

Everyone has their reasons for selling but if you do end up selling then I would recommend you talk to your tax professional first, your accountant or estate planner.

I was a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) for over 15 years.

Now, after seeing the work we have done on other older, rental properties we have acquired - and having paid our dues providing ideas that have made a few City planners look good - the City has approved a couple of our proposals.

I am not sure if setting up a business does require a license but it sure sounds like it does require you to be a certified financial planner or something licensed.

I remember hearing from a planner once something along the lines of "sight triangle" in relation to corner lots.

I'd say keep an eye on city planners.

Consult with a land engineer or a land planner.

When talking with "financial planners", they typically aren't knowledgeable with regards to Real Estate Investing and tend to steer away from it, seems I have the best of both worlds with you and I'd like to pick your brain a bit more about this matter.