However, refinancing is a crucial step in my strategy and I would like to know what I'm getting into beforehand.

(This is an encouraging step to help you have better convo with contractors and not get ripped off.)How much demo needs to be done in each?  

MI has an amazing team of folks that handle each step of the process.

What steps to take and who to contact. 

also its in my backyard so what steps should i take in getting this rented out. like if i left it as is do i need to do anything to legally rent it out or just hook the septic and well up and go for renting it.

The owner got it approved for a 24 unit condo conversion, but would rather sell, then go through the year long process to build these units.Fact: luxury condos sell for 120k in Norfolk if built right and correct ammentiesFact: There are two bases, five shipyards and 7 major boroughs with in 30 miles of this land.Fact: I would have to demolish the current buildings and then start the project.Fact: most condos take about a year to build in the areaWhat would be my next step if I got funding?

Preferably one who specializes in investments and works with investors (In most cases its FREE to work with a buyer agent because commission comes from the listing side at least in TN thats how it works) Thats your first step according to @Joshua Dorkin and @Brandon Turner.

Steps: Sign up for a class, complete the online application with DBPR, sign up for background screening, complete class (DBPR has to clear you before you can test), take state exam, join brokerage, broker submits your application to state to join their firm, license becomes active (you cannot sell real estate until your license shows active with a brokerage), and then join Board of Realtors for your area. 

Hi everybody,I decided to make the big first step and engage on BiggerPockets.  

Will sit on this one a bit, and pursue other opportunities as they arise in the interim.