I have identified a serious diamond in the rough in the jhb CBD, its a run down building situated directly on the university bus route! perfect for student accommodation, which is in shortage at the moment...i established that the building has multiple owners, but i am yet to investigate further. Its location is perfect, i have no idea why its just sitting there getting run down. Theres a pad lock on the front door, and its a 4 storey building, no roof etc. I had one client of mine who suggested we form a co-operative and buy the building...i am thinking of at least getting the owners details etc and establishing if they are willing to sell, if yes, its about funding the project etc...what do u guys think? my problems are 1: financing such a large scale deal will be difficult unless there are certain ways around this 2: how do i do all the spade work, and not get skcrewed when i try introduce investors...assistence please....