I'd compare the blended rate with how much you could get with a refinance otherwise and tell you whether it's a better idea to go with a full refinance or the HELOC route.Feel free to PM me if you don't want to share this information on the public forum.

The engineering included public roads, public water, public sewer, and a site lift station.

I’ve educated myself with books like Rich Dad Poor Dad and real estate podcasts, and I know I’ll succeed.I’d love advice from others who’ve been in my shoes: Is it okay to start investing in a different area if one strategy isn’t working?

They're publicly available via a quick google search.

@Aubrey Adams-Thanks for the post / question -I would recommend developing a hypothetical plan  ( purchase price / loan amt needed ) and get pre approved ..this process is free and it will help get you organized and also to educate you  in many ways ..if you never end up buying - no worries and no costs have been wasted 

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!

Small fees involved, but nothing publicly recorded. 

I'm in search of a good land use lawyer who can help me negotiate public infrastructure I am being required to pay for near Waynesville, Ohio (Wayne Twp, Warren County, exurb of Cincinnati/ Dayton) in association with a small subdivision I am constructing.

I thought reinvesting in the business was partially investing in education.

Mandating how a product/service is conveyed to the public NEVER works to lower cost of goods to public, EVER.