My main gig is I own 28 Subway restaurant franchises, including in this town and if that's the rumor they want to spread, I'm fearful of the fall out to my restaurants.

Front Office (Your brand, website/landing page, social media. outreach, events and conferences. 2.

So correct me if I am wrong but doesn't an increase in rents decrease the cap rate since the property is more stable with a wider spread between gross income and the operating expenses

They'll spread the word, bringing more business your way.- Boosts Your Credibility: Being known as the person who knows what's best, even when it's not your deal, sets you up as a true expert in the field.BTW, you can also make money with referrals: Redirecting a seller to a service that better fits their needs can still be profitable for you, establishing another revenue stream while maintaining your integrity.The line between wholesalers that stand out and ones that burn out is how well you respond to seller needs.

No I have given only data.So when you add all this up, the first thing you need to do is get a website and make it credible.Polish up your social media accounts, create a professional banner and start creating content that is engaging.You want people to start interacting with you.Then provide value wherever you can (like I am doing on Biggerpockets).

If it's just a pure flip than going a little extra on rehab may be more warranted for resale, but that depends on your market and what spread you are working with.- Remember to not make enemies with the neighborhood.

Explore social media events and be sure to connect with local lenders and brokers, these connections will be beneficial in unlocking valuable knowledge and resources as you embark on your exciting path.

Maybe 5-10 years ago you could do it, but don't see as much spread to make that happen any more.#2 Too many weekend warriors can do it cheaper than you can do it long distance. 

@Kevin Si the main point I heard is that you're approaching "retirement" not active management :)You can partner with proven operators who can effectively spread that 1M across 1,000+ Multifamily Units with less downside risk WHILE you keep your retirement TIME.

Your budget allows for a balanced approach, spreading risk while tapping into different segments of the local real estate market.Raleigh's real estate market is characterized by its resilience, growth potential, and appeal to a wide range of tenants.