The fact its in a landbank tells me that it was taken back for some reason, which tells me its likely not a high commercial demand for development, but I could be wrong.If it is "on the main drag" in this town then I'd think doing a new build home to do a targeted and intentional air bnb would be the best bet. 

It definitely causes some anxiety anytime the place is vacant. 

Almost any time I want to learn something new I can locate a book or two or three on the subject and spend very little money to broaden my horizons.

I think you're best bet for private money is going to be to network at the meetups (Red Stick REI, RING) and on FB/here.

Your best bet is to read information from public blogs that approach both options objectively.

Unfortunately, I'll be out of town on this one, but happy to connect over the phone anytime.

Any time you have multiple homes on the same property, you're going to have problems getting financing.  

You can bet on that.3.

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If you need advice or help with financing as you grow in this venture, feel free to reach out anytime.