Eliminate debt, establish a budget, and save.

I had tried to establish direct communication with jesse, but the GC did not want me talking to him.

A terms sheet will tell a pro whether you know what you're talking about and give them a structure of the deal you propose, but it won't establish credibility with respect to your financial ability to pull off the deal.

Ok, well now STRs are regulated in that city, and that same income approached value plummets since the home can only be rented as an LTR.

Some more options for investors facing similar problems with Beattie, Blacktip, or other builders:1) Contact a real estate attorney to advise you on your options.2) File a complaint with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) (more info: https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/file-a-complaint/)3) File a complaint with the Attorney General for the State of Florida (more info: https://www.myfloridalegal.com/how-to-contact-us/file-a-complaint)4) For filing a small claim (under $8,000) in Lee County Civil Court (more info: https://www.leeclerk.org/departments/courts/small-claims)5) Contact WINK News with your story.

•Reserve Account: For emergencies or investments.3.Build Business Credit:•Start with vendor accounts (Net-30 accounts) like Uline, Quill, or Grainger to establish a payment history.

@Salome Ditmars Although it is great to get referrals this is also something you should take upon yourself to get to know the sponsor and establish a relationship with them since this is your hard earned money you are looking invest with them. 

@Otis Clayton To partner in real estate effectively, establish a clear structure like an LLC for liability protection or a Joint Venture for single projects.

And boom you buy a lot for the price of a single lot and with some simple forms to the city you get to re establish the old lots..

Make sure you know the regulations.