I'm an investor as a another source of income. 

I can try if I can find a source to finance the entire project, including the fund to purchase the corner as well. the problem here is the discussion with the city will be very preliminary, as it is the best I can do without having the actual ownerships of all properties involved. 

I enjoy taking photos and have a critical eye for issues as well.

When you find what you think may be a deal, bring it to us for critical evaluation.

Fannie/Freddie and HUD will not buy loans with Environmental Hazards because Environmental problems are a far greater source of loss to lenders than fire or title risks because when the property becomes hazardous, its value plummets and if the borrower defaults, the lender could be responsible for costly clean-up fees, third party damages, or legal fees from town violations.

I am happy to report, per the chart below, near term lumber futures (1 month out) have finally hit pre-covid levels and we should really start to be putting pressure on our suppliers be it HomeDepot, Lowes, BMC, or any other local supplier you source from. 

for best oceanfront house dals for STR (I actually research OBX and cash flow there works the best, although it's an opposite coast for me so less lucrative for the first real-estate investment)- Take into account the need for good management/cleaning services as for STR it's critical to keep the property up to standard in between rentalsAlso, I have an additional question on the CapEx for STR vs LTR, does anyone here have some experience to share?

So cash flow will be more critical than passivity of the investment.Thanks in advance!

Being around people who will help you reach your goals is critical. 

In the past, I've found both these resources good sources of information and referrals.