But most importantly, they do not need to be paid back.Funding Sources:Local Government/MunicipalitiesState GovernmentPrivate FoundationsFederal GovernmentFamily OfficesCorporationsWhen applying for a grant, ensure you have an understanding of the details such as eligibility, your project readiness, the purpose, funding amount, areas of funding, limitations and deadlines for the application.The prime candidates for a grant are 1) those developing a real estate project or physical space, 2) scaled non-profits and 3) certified non-minority owned businesses.Ensure you are able to provide the following documents before applying for the grant:Show site control through documentationA project description or business planConceptual drawings or renderings of the physical spaceProfessionally prepared budgets for the company and projectWhat does the grant application process look like?

I would not pay 80% upfront, you can go along and make a payment plan while construction is under way, and the result should be mostly the same for the developer, and you don't risk so much before even constructions starts.Have a lawyer go over legal documents so that you know the property belongs to them or if they have it in a trust.

Bring documentation to prove ownership.

If they say put up higher railings, additional smoke detectors, etc, complete it promptly and document it.I've been in the landlord business for 20 years, and I've always kept my properties to code and well maintained. 

They don't publicly produce any documents showing what a fund holds or any information about the fund. 

They understand that there's value in what they provide, which is steady, documented income, minimal turnover, steady payment, quality references, no drama, and peace of mind.

I already had all I needed to build  I fully understand what you are saying, however this was not relayed to the Architect at the onset when the documents were created, therefore it's a change.

It was a lot of documents to submit and time spent waiting, though, for the SBA loan. 

It works as documented.

I would really encourage you to talk to your CPA to ensure you meet material participation tests and are adequately documented.