So glad to be among these legends in the business, and excited to learn and contribute as I grow.

@Justin Sheley and @Corey Robinson Thanks for creating and contributing to this thread!  

Historically, that number has been 46% in a post-2008 market.In contrast, institutional investors have tampered their previous gusto for real estate deals, contributing to only 18% of transactions.

Despite hopes for rate reductions to alleviate these challenges, banks are constrained in their ability to provide favorable terms for refinancing, leaving investors facing the prospect of contributing more equity or selling properties at discounts.Jerome Powell's Outlook and Market Dynamics: Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's cautious approach reflects the delicate balance between economic stability and inflationary risks.

It is true your lot could constitute your contribution on the deal, but if you have a construction loan you're going to need to front the money along the way and get reimbursed by the lender as you're doing your draws. 

Factors contributing to this growth include the Super Bowl, expanding convention business, and the ongoing recovery of international travel.🌞 In April, Las Vegas boasts mostly mild and sunny weather, making it an ideal time to visit for those seeking to avoid the scorching temperatures of summer.

Having a comprehensive contract and clear communication upfront will contribute to a smoother and more successful fix and flip venture.

Assuming a building footprint of up to 5000 sq ft, use could not support the need for a lot of parking (probably <20 spaces).Not interested in auto maintenance and other uses that require disposal (and potential runoff/dumping) of large volume of hazardous materials.Long term, I'd prefer something that contributes to the improvement of this area (e.g. a used car lot might be OK for a couple of years just to generate income, but I'd want to find something more beneficial after that).

What other specific characteristics contribute to, what in your mind would be, quality real estate?

Other than increasing our 401k contributions to lower our income below 150k, is there anything else we can do?