If you want good contractors out there quickly , pay their price and pay it quickly . 12 months is too long , we can build a 3000 sq ft house ground up in 3 months . 

The goal is to start building long term relationship with, so any names would be appreciated. 

As for Cash flow, I think it depends on the deal structure as you mentioned, but also strategy/approach (cash flow vs building asset, holding long term).

If you have that experience, you probably don't need much marketing, as sellers will be reaching out to you directly.Focus on securing one listing at a time and building momentum.

Go to BUILD YOUR TEAM at the top of the screen and look for local investors or meetups in your area.

Jake may also shy away from the effort and vulnerability required to build a healthy relationship.

We’ve worked together for about 2 years now, and he is focused on the operations side of the business.There are many solid sponsors and operators in this asset class, some newer than us, and some older – and quite a bit of new money coming into this space (part of this is where we are in the market cycle, and other asset classes being overpriced like apartment buildings).I’ve personally had several conversations with @Jefferson Lilly (and met him at a conference), and he knows the space well.

Rentals also build equity through tenant payments and appreciation, with profits taxed at lower long-term capital gains rates when sold.

Wish they would build houses with this style of architecture still.

Typical equity build up time is 5 years, depending on your market.But can you purchase another rental using your own capital?