Meanwhile, their mom wants to list a house and their friend wants to buy a house at the same time (taking their eye of the ball).

Interesting how the best option for learning how to make a cake didn't involve spending lots of money on a cake making training course...  :-)

Additionally, E&O will become problematic when you sell your own real estate and view it as a conflict, especially when you are involved with the development team.

Keep an eye on local market conditions to find the right deal when the timing is better.

I know very little about Kris & Jessie except that they are involved in a lawsuit for their education.

Pulling the wool over someone's eyes can happen in any relationship, is not conducive to long-term success, and should be condemned.Your original reply asked for "someone to explain to me how this model truly benefits the property owner".

This involves assessing the investor’s financial situation, investment strategy, and the specific projects they wish to undertake.

Someone asked that they other day and that is kind of an eye opener/head scratcher.

However, as I said the "big D" has left me in debt up to my eye balls!

Do you understand the expenses and regulations involved?