@Shar Rivera It's clear from your question, whether you'd like to "start with syndication" on GP or LP side.

Really the only thing to do is be firm with him and make it clear you wont renew if he keeps it up.

It keeps things clear and easy to follow.

My original intention was to clear the lots and install utilities, then just sell them for 2-3 times the purchase price.

I did not make that clear with the post. 

To be clear he isn't illegal but just not on the lease.

Based on my current experience with this compared to #1 and #2.There is an advantage to cutting your teeth on something easier up front...that being said I think you can buy bigger and do a Great Job focusing on inspections to cover your back side, and get best of both worlds.

He is thorough and explains thing very clearly so you aren't just scratching your head.

But if you think positively and creatively, learn all you can about your new industry, you can keep a clear, focused and calm state of mind which will pay off tremendously in being able to say exactly the right thing at exactly the right time, in exactly the right way.I wish you luck in this wonderful, exciting and rewarding career.

I wouldn't buy a park with a lagoon unless you have a clear exit strategy for when it fails: city sewer available and affordable connection fees