I would guess the money moved to the end/user distribution & boutique products - oils, edibles, pain reducing compounds, etc.

Since he doesn’t have a SS# can I run a background/credit report on him?

I had always wondered about real estate but didn't know where to start and I didn't have any money and credit wasn't the best. 

Take wholesaling for example...no one heard of it during it's most profitable years after the credit crisis. 

But since have rebuilt credit and capital for down payment.Is anybody doing new construction small multi family projects and how are you financing them?

Rustin Nordsven If you have mortgages on them the lender will not let you transfer title without due on sale clause.Answer the question, if the LLC does not have income / funds for 2 years the bank typically will also have you guaranty the loan and it probably would go on your credit report

There are plenty who will do 80% LTV, right now you are probably looking at 5.8-6.5% if you have good credit.

Smart people adjust their life style, clear their debt, polish their credit scores and financially position them selves for success by mastering personal money management.Investing in real estate should not be used as a path to clear debt, you need money to be a investor.

Way less expensive and more productive.

That is also a credit from the rent paid.