Does anyone know, or have a good idea, about the difference in returns on entitling & developing the land for each scenario, with final objective to sell to a builder to build and sell the structures him/herself.  

It seems to me though your short term objective is to get the HOA to take immediate action on the roof.

I’ve been tempted to look OOS or at other markets farther away from me in my home state but have decided this is just shiny object syndrome.

This year will be the most I have paid for my taxes to be prepared, and the only year where I will be filing with an extension (and added stress).To be fair and objective with my feedback, the upfront consultation process went well.

What you want is an agent with experience who knows how to negotiate, watch your back, navigate difficult situations, understand contracts and law, provides an objective cross-check, etc.

Obtaining the type/quantity of land we would like to settle on at this point in our lives is not really feasible (i.e. several thousand acre cattle ranch).

Best regards, This approach is neutral and objective, focusing strictly on the criteria, and avoids discussing any specifics about the applicant’s personal situation.

You cannot have a contract that simply states "install high-quality countertops" without specifying the quantity, location, type, or style.

That's the type of effort it takes from a GP if you want to see more favorable splits and even there I was unable to reach your intended 75/25 objective.

Operators tell me that the objection to the costs are from the children of the elder who don’t want mom to spend down her savings, fearing that she will run out of money and that there will not be any left to pass down to the kids.