The other half is mostly turn key, light move in ready, section 8 work that is financed from the start.  

Same exact tactics and scam, just under a different name after their 'business model' came to light to myself and hundreds of others.

I don’t see anything glaringly wrong with their concept but 2 things have caused a red light.  1.

The BRRRR strategy is doable for a newer investor, but it requires a lot of effort, consistency, and hands-on involvement—it's not exactly a passive way to invest.Whichever route you choose, if you're taking on the bulk of the work to analyze deals and select the best ones, it’s important to ensure your partnership reflects the time and energy you’re putting in.

I also used to type very detailed responses and I don't have the time or energy now. 

Fire pit with string lights is very popular.

My first question is do I pick a good, better, best system that costs from less to more $$ and do I justify the more expensive energy efficient system to grab a little higher rents since tenants will save money.

Perhaps I'm an old out of touch birdie, but if I made $292,000 a MONTH doing land contracts, I would focus all of my time and energy on that and adding to it.

What markets get you closer to your goals and harmonize with your time, energy, and resources? 

there are of course more creative strategies to reduce that up front outlay, or recoup your capital, like, say, the BRRRR method. but they are time and energy intensive and certainly not hands-off.