Platforms like Procore, JobTread, Buildertrend, and FlipperForce have caught my eye, but I want to make sure I’m considering the best fit for my needs.Here’s what I’m looking for in a solution:Cost Estimation: A tool that accurately calculates material and labor costs.Project Oversight: Features to manage tasks, schedules, and budgets efficiently from start to finish.Vendor Integration: Real-time updates on pricing and inventory from suppliers like Home Depot or other suppliers.Material Suggestions: Automation or recommendations based on the rehab’s scope and specifications.Labor Planning: Tools to predict labor hours and staffing requirements for each phase of the project.For those of you who’ve used any of these platforms (or others), I’d love to hear your thoughts:Which software have you found most effective and why?

These areas offer much more affordable properties, which means they can get into the game with a lower initial investment while still tapping into growing local economies and strong rental demand.I always suggest starting small, maybe with a single-family home or a 2-4 unit property, and hiring a property manager to take care of the day-to-day.

Have you already started connecting with any local professionals, or are you still searching?

I plan on moving forward with purchasing my first property and starting a portfolio locally -before the year is over..

People start moving in with their TOH homes (back in the day when everyone could afford one) and the park starts to fill up. 

There was a large number of starts all at the same time, during the end of Covid. 

These start failing after 50+ years, causing lots of backups and problems.

This encourages them to start their search now and (hopefully) leave early so you can turn the unit around and find new tenants sooner. 

Whether your at $0 or $10mm of personal cash to start with.   

I’d suggest starting with local credit unions or community banks—they’re often more flexible with investment properties.