Quote from @Jaren Taylor: Quote from @Chris Mason: If you have the ability to market and raise money, then you secure the down payment, and do the normal commercial mortgage process. 

It seems there’s a common misconception largely influenced by social media, online courses, and influencers who oversimplify the process that real estate is an easy, passive way to generate income with minimal effort.

Quote from @Shaun Ortiz: @Dominic MazzarellaThanks for sharing your process, Dominic!

It’s likely the GC will subcontract the concrete work to a specialist while they focus on managing the permitting process and ensuring everything is done to code—especially if there are ADA requirements involved for the ramp.Let me know if you need help navigating the process or any tips for working with contractors.

 I am in search of a spreadsheet to determine the profitability of flipping a house before making an offer to an HML I am new to this process and would appreciate any advice.

My client's have been happy with the draw process and response times as well.

You’ll want to get really familiar with local zoning laws, short-term rental rules, and landlord-tenant laws as they vary by town if you plan on going the STR route.Focus on Cash Flow Early On: You might be tempted to go for something that appreciates quickly, but in the early stages, it’s important to find properties that bring in cash flow.

Would also love to connect with anyone who already invests there, or is in the process. 

I'm wondering about any potential regulations that might make this a more difficult process than I'm anticipating. 

Started the process on 1 house in Cape Coral Nov. of 2021.