They construct and sell houses in Florida using some kind of green technology which allows a tax rebate in addition to an 18-22% APR. 

At least they’ve given up selling the LLC as asset protection but I don’t think it does much better for privacy from anyone that actually cares to find out. 

You could become a private lender for people who flip homes, invest in notes or tax liens/deeds, speculate a bit on buying new construction and then selling for a profit when complete, buy shares of a REIT etc.Orlando is a fantastic place to buy and hold, build new construction or even own a STR.

I have around 300k in a company stock account that does well with dividends, so don't really want to sell of shares.Would taking a personal loan or doing a margin loan make sense?

But if anyone has had this happen, please let me know how you handled:- Am selling a property that I bought in 2009.

The house is paid off free and clear, but we have no intention of selling it; we want to keep it in the family and turn the lot into a vacation home, Airbnb, or even a rental.

A couple of facts: a) Not planning to sell it anytime before 5 or 10 yearsb) Planning to refinance it next year or so, after the renovations are overc) Planning to use the unit with backyard as short term rental- General contractor gave me a very high number.

For several reasons, if they work today with current financing terms, they will work for years (as long as you don't panic sell!) 

How and when might you want to step back or sell?

Think about if you want to keep the property for a long time, sell it after renovations, or put it to other uses.Note that careful planning, thoroughness, and flexibility are necessary for profitable real estate investing.