(Starbucks / yoga studio / craft brewery /boutique cookie,coffe or ice cream shop  are the easiest targets)-Activation of dormant retail sites-Increased foot traffic For B to AAbove also apply-Home valuations (are homes in the increasing at rates above nearby or similar neighborhoods)-Is it walkable or are projects in place to make it highly walkable for residents-Is it near highly desirable activity centers -is it unique (for example - Can it get historic designation)

But it is still just VERY basic. 

A realtor who understands the numbers can help analyze the property’s projected cash flow and ROI, plus they might know local leads from probate attorneys or even “drive for dollars” efforts that can reveal off market gems.

Knowledgeable of the Capital Region and seems to be working on awesome projects.

Basically, flip partnerships suck unless you spend a long time being clear about the roles and payouts, etc.

I know of some folks in KC and Memphis doing new builds like this, but they are doing it within a much larger and long-term project that includes upwards of 300-500 units built over the course of 5-10 years.Assuming you're looking in Columbia, do you have a "B+/C" neighborhood in mind?

Brian B does a little investigation to find out that this GP had basically zero experience in the space yet took down a 50 mil dollar apartment in Houston ( not sure how they talked lenders into that one) but there is 10 mil in investor money that got wiped out as Brian showed this investor that the property went to foreclosure and reverted to the bank ( no one bid it).

The plan is to use the heloc to purchase additional properties, and basically brrrr and pay back the balance - then repeat.What I didn't realize is how difficult it is to find a business heloc.  

It was a small $$$ project but time consuming because that was something I DIY'd while living in the property. 

Ask them if they have any projects they are seeking hard money on.