I personally don't like the idea of using OPM as is often recommended for people without their own capital.

Hi. General question... Any investor or developer buy raw land lot (zoning code G) and go through the process with the city to convert to commercial use? I understand it varies from city to city. What is good success ...

I didn't realize it at the time but through my first few jobs I was fortunate to work alongside teams who were true real estate finance experts and learning through observation was critical to my personal real estate investing growth. 

The more properties you walk and the more industry conversations you have, the better you’ll get at identifying these opportunities.

My conversion rate was higher because they kind of look like a wedding invite.In regard to lenders, join meetups and local facebook groups and ask for referrals.I’m doing larger commercial deals now and found I wasted a Ton of money on direct mail.

We take a "whole person" approach.

I have found ChatGPT to be particularly useful for testing new Book Covers for BiggerPockets, such as our foray into the personal fitness category with upcoming title "Sweat for Life": 

Me having several thousand good reviews help, but personally I would not book a property with 0 reviews. 

I personally believe that a better way to jump into mid term rentals is to take a course on buidling a property management company or cohosting business where you bring your skillset to the table without the intial investment into all the furniture and leases.

Now, if you haven't yet, now is the time for you to go see the situation in person.