Introduction and looking for Advice

[Jason Cheramie]

Hi all,

I am a licensed civil engineer looking to get into real estate investing.  While I don’t have deep pockets,  I would like to leverage my professional expertise at getting land permitted at no cost for a stake in a development and use that money to reinvest.  I don’t have extensive connections, and I know these deals do happen.  If anyone can give advice on how to make this a possibility it would be much appreciated.  I know first hand permitting and feasibility is expensive so hopefully a developer/investor would see value in that.    Thoughts and suggestions appreciated. 

[Corby Goade]

I'd be willing to bet that there are plenty of small time developers in your market who would be happy to trade knowledge, experience and equity for your experience and services. 

I'd be going to every real estate meetup I could in your area and buying lunch for anyone doing infill and find ways to partner and learn together. 

You're in a really great spot to add value to a developer and build your own portfolio along the way- best of luck!