We have worked hard to build up our systems to manage our business. 

Im currently networking to partner up with a home builder here in Staten Island and build Semis on empty land.

Like SWFLA  new builds  at the time I was buying for 25 to 35k at courhouse and Atlanta until the hedge funds came in and kicked us little guys to the curb. !!

I sold an apartment building and as I lived in the building was always there when my realtor showed it to prospective buyers. 

If it is a class C office building with 10% occupancy that is very different than a Class A MF which is still very different than a debt fund with zero leverage.As mentioned risk and return go together  - greater risk should have greater upside

Generally, ditching a PM and starting anew is just building in weeks more delays, and the answer is to tweak what you have. 

Assuming this is an 8 cap neighborhood you'd have a ~$420-450k value within a year (unless property taxes are crazy high) when leases would renew since it'd be valued as a commercial building with the office space.

Looking to rent for $175/night min and total estimate is $100k for the build, aiming for 20% CoC.Any pitfalls/advice for this uncharted territory?

Be patient, take action when you're ready, and don't let fear hold you back—start small, learn as you go, and build momentum over time.Good luck!

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