I actually came across a note last week that cannot be foreclosed on (previous lender tried and judge ruled in favor of the borrower) 

Like what is actually obtainable in most transactions.  

You set the expectation with her that she would have an actual yard and you have failed to meet that standard.

Of course I'll continue reading books, forums, and BP posts, as well as listening to podcasts.I do have another question, would you recommend showing him an actual deal that I'm interested in (as a young investor looking for his advice) or first just seeing if he is interested in the idea of partnering?

I actually live in Rockville though, so I keep an eye out for deals in that Rockville/North Bethesda area.It seems like my generations values proximity to metro, grocery store and decent appliances.

You have to actually have to prove the work is finished (in phases) to get a "draw".  

When doing your calculations for ROI, do you base it on the actual amount you have in it or on the amount that the property is worth(ARV, etc)?

that may help you to get a discount to its actual value.

Which has no relation to what it may actually be worth.

Hi Parker,Welcome to the Tampa Investment market (#2 city in the country for investing in real estate actually).