Then you go and negotiate the best deal for yourself because you're keeping everything below your buyer's estimate.This is how I prefer to do it.It just requires close relationships, and this is a people business first, and a numbers game second.Paul

I still prefer that I can get to my rentals in a reasonable amount of time.

Should I have the builder finish the house to my choice of material?

This is my preferred ownership option.

This way, I may save some money and get the house customized to my preferences?

You need to cloud the title so that he has no choice but to deal with you.

However, I strongly disagree with you that ANYONE in the United States is going hungry, except by choice.

I'm looking to make the jump to commercial multifamily, preferably something I can add significant value to over the next year or two.

Split profits or preferred rate of return?

Getting your father involved is another story, but a personal choice.