I think it is an absolute necessity for out of state investors and a great way to build relationships as well.  

“I’ve had the opportunity to get to know AHP’s founders well and believe their ten-year history and financial stability provide the building blocks for growth.

You can even learn a lot from leads that don't book with you, if you build report and ask the prospect worthwhile questions.

I am also building a group of investors to syndicate with, so more cash available soon as well.why?

Issues 1) even garage conversion ADUs in single family zoned areas typically cost more to build than the value that they add.  

You want to focus on markets that work with your plan and also where you have a personal connection with someone, even if you build that on the internet.

Building Fire Stations? 

I was specifically interested in his 2nd plan which was "Building wealth through single-family homes" where he basically says you save enough to buy your first property along with enough for other fees and then you just keep saving the money you make from that property along with some money you save from your job and once you have enough money you buy your next property and then you basically just keep repeating that until you have your desired amount of properties.

Owner occ developments there is no value associated to the income approach so these props generally speaking will appreciate a lot more as the neighborhoods are much more desirable. builders the last thing they want to do is sell to investors if they are creating owner occupied communities.. rentals degrade the neighborhood and they will be sabotaging their own values to allow a bunch of investors to buy and rent out in their communities.So when you buy new builds keep in mind if its a build to rent community they will NOT appreciate like owner occupied neighborhoods.. might be best to find something already 3 to 5 years old where the stigma of renters dies down.. that would be best to protect your investment.

We really like their approach and communication has been timely and meaningful.