Make sure to keep your eye on the prize and do not spend too much time chasing after the next hot thing.

Quote from @Devin James: Quote from @Scott Mac: Maybe the infrastructure, electrical grid, water sewer, pavement thickness on the roads, cannot handle the extra people in the area.

If 4 Dewey and 597 Beavertail had extra land, deep-water docks, or other luxury amenities, those factors could slightly inflate their value compared to your build.Since you’re wholesaling, the key will be making sure your buyer sees the same potential.

That means new roof, HVAC, water heater, landscaping, painting, upkeep and so on.

I'm new to the real estate investment game and I'm a bit nervous about dipping my toes into unknown waters. 

.⚠️ Market Changes: A hot market today might cool down before you sell, which reduces the profit.⚠️ Financing Challenges: Hard money loans carry high interest rates that nibble into the bottom line.Unrealistic timelines: If you think you're going to be in and out in 60 days, you're sadly mistaken-most flips take longer than expected.Real Talk: Is Fix and Flip Still Worth It?

It sounds like you're trying to identify which area is "hot" based on sales volumes and price.

Look for areas with strong demand for affordable housing and check infrastructure availability like water, sewer, and roads.Building relationships with local real estate brokers and connecting with municipal contacts can help uncover off-market deals and streamline your search.

Start with maintenance notes that you may regularly reference, such as air filter size, water shut-off location, etc.

The biggest things for our energy bills are: how many ac units are on the house and do you have a hot tub.