As @Maxwell Manatt points out- does everyone know their role and what is expected from them - because unperformed duties do not raise someone to the level of a sponsor/issuer and may create the presumption that the specific person is indeed an investor who actually purchased a security. 

It has recovered nicely but that is something that may happen again.Note that the S&P500 in the past two years has been about 15% IRR so this is great for diversification and it may keep pace with the market in the long run but true full diversification is also important.Bottom line, as far as I am concerned, I would give a green light to Fundrise with the caveat of a reocmmendation to diversifying between multiple offerings (I like wide diversification for safety).

How did you find a VA you could trust, was qualified (capable of completing a wide range of task well), was motivated even though they were not full time, and did not cost a fortune?

@Tyler HoganUnfortunately, the rules do not allow for the use of solo 401k owned real estate as security for a personal loan.

Would it be intelligent of me to secure a title company of my own choosing?

The flip side is the more secure income.

Prices will vary widely and you need to know why that is.

The land is wide enough to add an easement and paved road access to the new lots.

What are some of the ways you guys have secured private money loans, and how has it worked for you?

The house also has a 8 foot wide driveway, and it is 250 feet long.