Not sure if this appeals to youJoint Ventures: Partnering with a larger hospitality group or another investor might not only bring in funding but also expertise and industry connections. 40% of a deal is better than no deal.

Transitioning from construction equipment rentals into full-time real estate must have been a big step.I can relate to your passion for finding deals and helping others reach their goals—it’s such a rewarding aspect of being in this industry.

Given your husband's expertise in marketing, you probably have the skills to grow a business. 

We talked about opening the meetups to the general public, and not just BP members to get more people. let me know what topics you'd like to get more expertise on, and I'll line up some people to come so we can pick their brains.

It's an exciting journey that can offer both financial rewards and personal satisfaction.

There are many who will argue my methods and that's fine, it's worked very well for me and has been extremely rewarding in ways that cannot be compensated monetarily. 

Aubrey,I have no expertise in this area, but I was in Tamarindo back in March.  

With the right planning and execution, the rewards in the luxury market far outweigh the initial hesitation.5.

There's no step by step guide but there are key things : Learn: RE strategies, what interests you, what do people in your area need.Connect: find a mentor, accountability group and be around those doing what you want to do.Help: solve problems- do people need dealflow, property mgmt, construction expertise, etc. 

Here are my responses to your questions1) Not my area of expertise, but the numbers on this are very strong2) I'd generally lean towards building the CFM, but strategically selling some properties when someone gives you a offer you can't refuse.3) Most HMLs would lend you 75%-85% of your purchases prices plus up to 100% of the rehab costs (though some HMLs like to see the rehab costs at or below the purchase price).