Does anyone know, or have a good idea, about the difference in returns on entitling & developing the land for each scenario, with final objective to sell to a builder to build and sell the structures him/herself.  

I have some family ties to the area. 

As for the living trust, I'm assuming you mean to have the LLC within the trust to avoid probate?

It's pretty streamlined there and easy to use.

Why does this seem too good to be true? 

Must be able to handle all typical investor transactions (assignments, wraps, lease/options, etc.).

You are procrastinating on the smallest of things which means you may lack the confidence to do what you are planning to do.

It's more important to own investment income producing property that generates at least 10% annual ROI than it is to own where you live.

You are talking about 22$ an hour per individual for an 8 hour day plus whatever equipment costs they need to cover.

@Meshael Eady I sent you a PM, there's a lot to know!