Set internal timelines on when you will have your drawings done for the new builds, selecting contractors, when you plan on having the project completed.

To maximize cash flow, consider setting up smart meters to track energy usage and possibly offer incentives for tenants who save on energy.

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Return is 35-40K per year . or 300 cashflow after setting 300 aside for future maintenance and repairs.. that is of course if i can rent it for the 1600 . if it drops to 1500 well then its still 100 over that 300 im saving every month.what do you think now ?

Basically, its a lot of work...Some may be reputable, but not offer a "great experience" like any other vendor.I know this isn't the greatest set of answers, but I hope it helps some. 

Development always comes with challenges, and in this case we were able to maintain our target sale price, but our days on market projections were extended due to changes in the interest rates.

I haven't done this but I don't think too many sellers would want to do this and if many lenders are agreeable to this set up. 

I'm purchasing several properties and I would like to set them up as lease options and hire a management company to manage them.

"Buyer" has been collecting rent for a few years, sending wife a set amount of said rental income, keeping the rest for himself. 10. 

But I also make sure that my property has the most amenities as well, so it's not targeted at the budget shoppers.