Then we went and developed langue followed closely by abstract thought and it’s off to the races.

First off- $4.5M for 48 units and 50% are vacant is not a steal, unless this property is located in a downtown area and you have a contact with a developer who will pay 2X to build a high rise. $93k/unit for 50% vacancy doesn't carry hardly any debt, hence why they are capping you at $500k.

Probably the most common mistakes made in the development business by non builder property owners.

Develop YOU'RE strategy. 

Hello Jadan, iam new to this platform, but i know a developer who will give yo a 25% return in nine months.

I too got caught up with a very Rich Taiwanese investor and a RE developer in the states..

There's been a few Houston developers on Biggerpockets podcast episodes.One that comes to mind is Donovan Adesoro. 

Cross border taxation is very complicated, most developed countries like the US and Canada have sophisticated systems to ensure their residents pay taxes, and you are not likely to be able to achieve your goal of not paying Canadian taxes on Florida income while a Canadian resident. 

PadSplit has developed a platform that aligns incentives among residents, property owners, and communities to make affordable housing possible for the private market.

There are certain parts of Scranton that I have been advised not to touch since they are definitely still developing.