But a lot of these builders want to roll up and start putting sticks on the ground, so they want to see essentially everything ready to go to the city/county for approval before they sign on. 

This property was in rough shape, so I tackled the essentials: new roof, plumbing fixes, and updating the interior to make it livable again.

This property was in rough shape, so I tackled the essentials: new roof, plumbing fixes, and updating the interior to make it livable again.

Are there any other real estate investing books that the forums would consider essential to a first time investor?  

Working with a CPA experienced in real estate transactions is essential here.If I were you, I’d call some attorneys on Monday if this is something you’d like to move quickly on. 

It doesn't sound like that has happened here because you keep saying you want to transfer it etc...essentially you want to give them the property, because right now today they do not own it and have not completed AP...you're doing their job for them. 

You essentially end up paying over $300 per month if you attempt to start making calls from the dialer.

@Luke H.Hi Luke,  As a private money lender myself I will focus on one element of your deal---5 years is a long time to be finally paid. 

Even the most meticulously crafted plans can frequently go off track due to unmet responsibilities or unforeseen events.This is the essential characteristic of the real estate industry.

This separation helps avoid complications around transferring property titles, co-ownership laws, or other legal burdens.It is correct that the income rights model borrows some elements from mineral and royalty rights.Properties require regular and digital management to remain profitable, which is why the income rights structure ensures property owners maintain control, tenant, and operational responsibilities, or give tenant and income distribution responsibilities to organization I've mentioned earlier.