@Jake Gaines If you can share your business goals, perhaps we can assess your situation and determine whether the S Corp or LLC is right for your business model. 

From the time we signed the contract to closing the build price rose more then 15k for the same model and things looked great.

Hi Manolo, I have read J Scott's books and have reviewed them many times when creating my business model.

Not all policies are created equal.I think you are making a mistake by not taking a close look and understanding the business model.

I feel like flipping cars requires far more specialized knowledge of markets than RE and the whole idea of fixing up vehicles yourself is opposite of 10x models.

I tried to model the scheme as simply as possible.

Buildium is sort of following the same model with tons of investment money and overseas development.  

I wouldn't listen to one guy complain about his niche business model becoming extinguished by competition.

anything left over after the home is sold would be considered my development fee i guess.Question #2: What is the best approach to offset or minimize taxes for this type of investment/development model?

I Personally believe to create a business model your going to count on that involves the owner will change their stripes and become a great payor..