We have two banks...a big bank that we started with, and a smaller, community bank that we went to when we outgrew the big bank.

Over a couple hours of googling I have found several fake addresses, fake LLCs, shell companies, several lawyers tied to several addresses.

Experienced contractors regularly have to add change orders once they get started because things arent always the same once you start doing the work.  

While this is a lot, I am looking to start with either the stable or the lodging in place and then expand. 

I'm super excited to start this journey and am happy to have found BP and this community to help and guide me!

You can hire a process server- that's probably the best place to start. 

For the past 25 years we have been one of a few GC's in this area, but now we are starting to see the big guys come in (Castle Rock, Chesmar, Lennar, etc.).

As I gained more knowledge and experience, I understood that everything is negotiable in real estate investment, and it starts with evaluating the properties and the underwriting templates.Understanding lender underwriting and income restrictions is crucial for success.

@Donald EggersGreat looking start to your real estate investing.

@Igor Balakhnin, the duplex hack with a primary residence loan is one of the most powerful ways to jump start an investing career.