Stuart agree on development deals but on rural acreage that your going to build one home on and there are no real entitlement process to go through other than a permit for driveway and pad or septic permit.. these can and do create some value when done right.

Then they have to sign a W-9 before we'll pay them.So, we've never had to deal with illegals, etc.

Last summer a contractor that was building us two pergolas and grilling stations had to take $3K off his bill because he passed the deadline he agreed was easily achievable.As for how to deal with your current situation, prodding is about all you've got.

I have a strong background in sales and business development, with years of experience driving revenue growth, building high-performing teams, and closing deals.

Another effective strategy I use is a "Book 2 midweek nights, get the 3rd free" deal.

Sub 2 people must have this problem too - how do you deal with it?

cost of doing the deal. 

Example: Rent: $2,000/month Expenses (50% Rule): $1,000/month Mortgage: $900 Estimated Cash Flow: $100/monthIf the deal still looks good, move to something likeBreak Down of Actual ExpensesFixed Expenses (Every Month) Mortgage (P&I) – Principal & interest from your loan.

I want to start building our portfolio and would love some experienced help with direction.Over the past ten years, it seems like I've had numerous deals/ideas that just didn't come to fruition and I'm just feeling a bit defeated. 

How Tiered Returns Can Help Structure Private Lending DealsHey BP community,I wanted to share some insights on structuring private lending deals, particularly when working with private investors to fund real estate projects.