I was wondering if there was an area on bigger pockets for people either with those skills or people who are  looking for blueprints for a remodel or other items that may go along with renovation/newer construction work that could be involved in real estate investing?

Approximately 30 squares. 

You will have to get the property appraised at the time of distribution to determine it's value and the amount of distribution will be taxable event unless you are taking distribution from Roth and have met the requirements. 2) Non-recourse lending means that the borrower does not provide personal guarantee for the loan, the underlying asset is the only security for the loan.3) You can contribute into an IRA independently of your 401k contributions, assuming you are eligible based on your income.4) If you set up truly self-directed Solo 401k plan you can invest into virtually anything except collectibles and any transactions involving disqualified person.

I was also involved in the development of a small (20K SF) self storage facility where I own a minority stake.

You know the work involved is much higher managing C properties.So as with many things, why not diversify into an A property, have your tenants pay your mortgage and your place to live, and set aside that money saved for yet even more deals?

These options usually have very little fees compared to getting a loan against the property and needing a title company and/or a real estate attorney involved. 

Taking a lot at price per square foot could give you another metric. 

It isn't bad or good, it all depends on a persons goals and level of involvement, or lack of involvement, that they want. 

Unless you have an arrangement with the buyer for a flat fee or  assignment I am not sure how you can run your negotiations with the seller with your end buyer present.I recommend involving the buyer once you have the property under contract or there is nothing to stop them cutting you out of the deal.

Speak to all tenants involved and if the problem can not be resolved you have the option of evicting/non renewing the noisy tenants lease.