Any advice on starting out on this in the Houston or Katy market?  

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If you’re just getting started in real estate, feel free to reach out – I’ve been coaching a new investor in the Houston market for a while and am happy to help you however I can.

If you're considering starting with a duplex using a VA loan, that's a great strategy, especially for house hacking.

It's no guarantee but it's a good place to start.

Just recently listened to the Josh Janus episode (21 year old real estate prodigy) and he started off doing cold calls working under an agent.

Small (1700 sqft or less) medium (1701 -1999 sqft) and large (2000 sqft or more)Cost benefit analysis Estimates IF 300+ homes are built over 10 yearsAlot of technical information to say that:- When I start development, i will be going into uncharted territory. - New construction will be comped against other new construction - Start out with enough comps to justify the price point- keep the area tight to consolidate the risk vs building one or two in different parts of the same neighborhood. 

I recommend starting with turnkey multifamily 2-4 units if you're a beginner.

Quote from @Ritu Mahajan:If I were starting out in Chicago today, I would reach out to @Mark Ainley.

ThanksCongrats on starting your RE journey!