Your GC will know how to apply for the correct permits.Avoiding the issues in the future is a function of respecting the permitting process in the first place.  

Hi Basit,It's probably been a combination of outbid, or out contingencied, and a bit of financing at the levels we want. 

Shop LTV (or cLTV which is combined Loan To Value, basically your first mortgage and 2nd mortgage combined loan to value), rates, payment terms, time to close,  and draw period (how long you can go into and out of your heloc). 

Is any bank offering a HELOC based on the combined equity?

DR Horton and Lennar combined build more than 100,000 houses and they are buying 1 acre or more for that. 

Findlay is a real oppotunity beause you’ve got a combination of stable job sources, a decent population size, and often lower acquisition costs compared to bigger metros.About choosing an agent..

Check out this recent thread on LLC’s, it’s pretty eye-opening that of all the very experienced investors on here, with centuries of investing experience combined, the consensus was that LLC’s are not needed for most investors:  https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/926/ Of course gurus will tell you that you need one before you even have a single property, because it makes them sound smart.

Secondly, calendar and email functions/apps on computers and smartphones provide great records and a log.

Consider using DSCR loans- Cash flow of the property is considered in lieu of your income3.Consider purchasing in a different asset class (Large multifamily) where borrowing will be a function o fthe property income, not yours

Once you have a shortlist, sign up for an account with each one and test them extensively to see how they function.