Shelf LLCs are pre-established entities like you mentioned in your post.However, if you prefer to avoid setting up shelf LLCs, using land trusts can be a simple and effective alternative.

Once you have a solid bone + meat, you can spend some very cost effective dollar to dress up the exterior.

The streamlined process and strong market demand allowed Partner Driven and Nathan Ward to capitalize on a quick-turn opportunity, demonstrating the effectiveness of their partnership.

To manage these situations effectively, we've learned to remind tenants of reported lease violations and start evictions when necessary.

That tells me the bigger issue might not be just the yard, but overall curb appeal or pricing.More Cost-Effective FixesInstead of a full sprinkler system, here are some budget-friendly ways to improve the yard without draining your wallet:•Fresh Mulch & Gravel: Super cheap, easy to DIY, and instantly makes the space look intentional, even if the grass isn’t perfect.

Is your concern reliability or effectiveness?

Alternatively, you could draft a contract with a delayed execution date, stating that the agreement will officially go into effect once the rule is lifted.

Or there can be being a GP in a syndication, where you have, effectively, no money down: source $3mm deal, commit $50k with your LPs, collect 3% acq fee ($90k) without ever funding your $50k... you pocket $40k, and have a $50k interest in the deal. 

Now that a year has passed, my question is, what have been the most effective strategies for finding clients?

Is it having any effect yet in actual deals?