Jason,That is precisely what I was getting at and is also written by Mark Kohler in his book.

Even though it is disclosed to the buyer that she is using his funds to fund her purchase, it runs afoul of some rule precisely because it is the 3rd party buyer's funds?

He could do a 1031 exchange if he is relocating.

The thought process is that they are excusing you of 100k in debt for exchange of only 10k of debt (much more manageable).

One of the trips back to the store was to exchange pipe sizes.

For example, a seller might opt for a lower price in exchange for a quicker sale, but if you're just posting retail on CL, you can't really promise or assure that it will be quicker than if he had worked with you.I imagine a flex option contract would be the ethical thing to do (so as not to tie in the seller), and perhaps a little cash to show your good faith intentions.

How can anything that involves exchanging dollars for an opportunity involve no downside risk?

Though on the first location there is a considerable amount of space before and after the sign with little to no obstruction, so we figured the straight signs would be effective, but we’ll reconsider the point.The traffic count is between 1,500-2,000 at peak hours according to CaltransThe speed limit is 45mphWe can’t really control the location of the signs, because one of our buyers was kind enough to let us put these signs up on some vacant lots they own around town (so they are NOT illegal) in exchange for having first crack at our properties.@ Jon – You start off with “In my humble opinion” yet the majority of your post is drenched in condescension.

I have another carpenter & helper on board & willing to work at reduced rates for the 1st deal in exchange for giving them steady work down the road.

I greatly admire the Ellard Mercantile Exchange development, along with Crabapple Mercantile Exchange.