They have a brand they're trying to keep consistent over the entire portfolio.

Doing lots of my own research, but brand new to investing and would love to network.

Being specific about geography, price points, willingness to take as is properties, speed of decision making and closing, whether you are a cash buyer or not, property specs....that will go a long way in your brand as a good match for an agent.

While I love the brand and have personally used them for the past 7.5 years, the dryer takes FOREVER when doing loads of bedding or towels.

MetroOther developments on the horizon that should continue to lead to the success of the area are Alexandria Virginia’s massive success so far, most notably the completion of the Hazel tunnel in May of 2024, in it’s AlexRenew program to make the Potomac River swimmable and fishable by 2040 (Source), the new Rivana development next to Reston Town Center, which will add a 9 million square foot development to the newly expanded Silver Line Metro, the first Phase including 2.7 million square feet expected to be delivered by 2027 (Source) , and a 8.1 million square foot development from JPG Smith in Potomac Yards Alexandria next to the new Innovation Tech Campus and brand new metro station in the coming years (Source).

A lot of that is brand new.  

This is your product, and you are branding it for maximum consumption.

So rather than just market suddenly for 60 days when a property opens up, you're developing your personal brand all the time.

@Phillip Austin someone who obviously should not rent but buy themselves a brand new house. what was their previous place?  

I'm not how you are defining a BRRR that works, but if I have a unit with brand new roof, mechanicals, kitchens, bathrooms, etc... and leave 10,15 or 20% in the deal I still feel like I'm winning.