How about recommendations on creative financing, how to structure deals etc.Thanks again!

If they are placing capital into other deal structures, with different management, then due diligence should include the operators bio as well. 

We renovated the existing structure and added an addition with more apartments and garages.

Cozy is structured like any other online bill payment and is purpose built for paying rent.

Removing a structural beam to open up a space is almost always an option, not sure who told you you can't (unless there are other reasons we don't know).The electrical work sounds typical of old houses, should be easy to get a budget for.Personally I wouldn't run.

He'll get paid back after the project is completed.My question is, how do I structure an agreement with my friend for what we're trying to do? 

For this one it looks like we might have found a way to structure the whole deal with First Calgary instead.

I've seen listings next to mine accept something like this but haven't been able to see the contract or follow up with the seller.I'm really curious on how these deals are structured.

I’m looking for recommendations on books/speakers/educational resources on structuring syndication deals, especially around how to appropriately structure deals

I would try to get permitting for 2-4 units if possible.2) New construction would run you about $165 sq/ft  in the area.Im looking at a new construction project for a 1300 sq ft sfh near 66th/westernif you need to tear down the existing structure may be more. 3) first steps is get architecture drawings, understand the utilities needed, then permitting.