If transparency about contract assignment is such an issue (which I personally don't think is, because what matters to seller is money and house off shoulder, not the business model of people involved in unloading his burden), then I believe new MD Law passed this year will take care of it.

It's better to rub shoulders, read, and listen, not ask.

You think you have stress now, buckle-up  because if you want any shot of actually getting there your gonna have to grow Rhino skin and carry Atlas's load on your shoulders my friend.

It’s a great way to rub shoulders with other real investors in your area that can offer lots of advice and guidance. 

Work with an experienced investor or join a group so others can look over your shoulder and fill in your knowledge gaps. 

From what we've gathered our tenants seem very similar to the angel and devil on the shoulders of the cartoon characters we used to love watching when we were kids.  

I don't need friends who just want to cry on my shoulder but won't lift a finger or change their attitude to improve their situation.

She has a masters degree in marketing and a great head on her shoulders. 

You seem to have a good head on your shoulders.

Basically, this company is shouldering the financial burden of the development which is nice for now but that could change.