I value the role of having a solid network, which I've established in the Kansas City architecture realm, and am excited about getting to know you all in the real estate business in the KC Metro area! 

Our plan has been to establish a strong financial foundation of properties that provide very strong cash flow while capturing the high market appreciation (maximize returns while minimizing our risk).

That's what's going on here, group think, long established and Brokers with hundreds of agent's under them directing them NOT to take a listing UNLESS seller does offer ___ as buyer broker compensation and guess what, they CAN do that, legally, it's the Brokers business, they can demand whatever there heart desires.

I am the beginning of my RE journey and have a lot to learn.

Establishing a lender relationship now can be beneficial for future growth.

It opened doors to new markets for agricultural products such as cotton, sugar, and grains, laying the foundation for prosperous farming and trade economies across the newly acquired territories.Investors keen on infrastructure development saw potential in establishing trade routes, settlements, and towns that would eventually grow into thriving cities.

Hey Daniel, if you're unable to walk the properties yourself, your best bet would be to establish a relationship with a local contractor to estimate costs for you.

Apparently it was something new that was established in 2022 where the closer you get to 25% the fees are phased out?

I would focus on established markets that are still showing growth and have more than just one draw.Taking my main market of Tampa Metro as an example - There is more than just beaches, you also have MLB/NHL/NFL + Spring break and MLB Spring training, aquariums, golf, casino, new downtown development, and a lot of business travel.You want to avoid markets with just one draw, as if something happens to that draw, you will be hurting for who knows how long.

Thanks @Mike Reynolds for reading and there is a lot to unpack to fully answer your questions but I am going to do my best to sum it up.