The squeaky wheel wins in development so I'd recommend you staying on all communication with the city so that you can see the communication and push as the owner.

Feel free to inquire about their staff qualifications if it's a larger organization.2.

I did some research and saw reasonable prices on following neighborhoods, after I read what you wrote I understand that the good prices might have been on the less good side of the neighborhoods but not sure how to check.if you could let me know if it is better to stay away from some of them I would really appreciate It:Mount Washingtonverna- out side of Pittsburgh BrooklineLarimerLincoln PlaceCarnegieWilkinsburgHazelwoodSherade

It sounds like you’ve navigated some serious challenges while staying committed to your long-term investment goals, which is a testament to your resilience.The current market definitely presents challenges, but it also holds opportunities—especially for investors who take a strategic, long-term approach.

I don't know if they will ever start construction and if they do how long will my money be locked with them.At this point, I would recommend to stay away from them until they can show some results with new constructions.In the meantime, I had invested in another syndication in the same time frame in the same Texas market.

STAY away from them at all cost.

It seems you and your husband have the ability to make a property more desirable and I would try to stay local for the same reasons you listed. 

I generally stay out of politics, but I’m interested in hearing investors' perspectives.

I really would want to stay away from any office properties in depressed or even semi-depressed neighborhoods, especially large ones (like a 13 unit complex).

@Allende Hernandez what happens if one or more occupants move out and the others stay?