Sub30k seems to fit this bill, although I recognize there is also substantial risk associated with it when done improperly.

This just seems crazy - must be new councilmembers running the show. 

I completed an internship in commercial real estate, and I also attended a couple of local REIA meetings/networking events before moving to Northern VA.I was able to narrow down potential strategies, and I figured both BRRR as well as wholesaling don't seem to be the best strategies for me.

Your taxes are none of the ex wife's business and this would seem to address your concerns.I would also put her on notice that future requests for financial discovery will be two-way and if a discrepancy is seen in the other direction you will seek support from her.

Also you seem to be motivated to build since you already have these lots. 

From what I've learned it seems that a HELOC is probably the easiest way to gain funding but at the same time it comes with risks if the flip isn't successful. 

It just seems like a good opportunity to try something while I’m traveling so much.

Several of the contractors offer helical piers but don’t seem to think they’d be a more cost effective option - we can directly ask about this again.  

Seems like you should not have to but showing they broke house rules leading to damage may help. 

@Joseph Binkowski - this seems overly complicated and possibly breaking a law... maybe you need a lawyer to vet this.If I were that accredited investor, I wouldn't touch any of it.