My objective is to buy about an acre of land, that is already leveled, access is being done, and utilities are going to be 5 feet from the property; and then build 3-4 shell retail spots on my plot, owner occupy one of them with a business and lease out the others.I am meeting with a developer this weekend, but have some wrong numbers regarding the average cost of building a shell space. 

A lot of other industries, including one  I’m in, are VERY litigious.  

Beyond just solid rent-to-price ratios, there’s a lot going on: the city’s undergoing revitalization, the population is growing again, and there's real potential for appreciation if you’re buying in the right spots.

How do you evaluate R.E. deals for potential creative financing opportunities?

I need to evaluate you on how you failed when you failed, and if you haven't failed yet have a quality deal I need to evaluate your ability to manage risk, headwinds and blind spots.

Also, are they closing on the spot or just prospecting?

You are wise to limit your scope to a particular type of company.I have been in the industry for the past two decades, and from my years in the business, I can recommend a couple of other companies outside of my family. 

I have the second address and spot meter report completed and having plans drawn up.  

I wouldn’t go as far to say it’s a scam, but the amount they’re taking as a cut is unheard of in the industry. 

Happy Holidays BP Family - I'm currently working on a seller financed industrial deal, asset on the smaller end (~10ksf).