I drop them and use a competent local RE agent, who did a great job.   

I obviously can't comment on yours specifically.Go to the local REIA events, get in specifically with the folks doing the syndication thing.

.#4 - Have someone local that you trust, go over zoom and get to ask them question.

I purchase the land from a local jeweler who I tracked down at his business and asked he was interested in selling.

Serious consequences when dealing with foreclosures, both local and federal. 

I am a local Realtor and I work with an amazing team of lenders, title companies, and contractors.

I second what John said, but if you are severely design impaired like myself, maybe ask around some local hosts / host groups. 

You're local to me.There's a couple ways to go at this ;If you're looking to save some money you can have your plumber install sub-meters after the individual meters.

Consider experts like @Brian Eastman or @Bernard Reisz for help.

I'm from Franklin, which is about 20 miles south of Nashville, and I'm very familiar with the Greater Nashville area growing up here.Feel free to reach out if you're interested in connecting and I'm happy to be a local resource.