Advice on strategy with GC Father-in-Law in OC, CA

[Mickey Powell]

Hello BPers!

I need some advice. I'm about to relocate to Orange County, CA and start my real estate investing career. My Father-In-Law is a General Contractor for fairly high end renovation and private development. He's built up his business over the last 30+ years but is still on the low volume, high quality end of the spectrum. 

I am hoping you can all help me think creatively how to best leverage his knowledge, skills, and expertise. (I'll deal with getting him onboard at all). At the very least, I'll be learning everything I can from him. 

If you were in my shoes, what approach would you take to building your real estate empire?

Thanks in advance!