Build a local team for cleaning and repairs to streamline operations.

Since the market shift I barely see any of these guys.

They typically require a higher down payment and come with slightly higher interest rates, but they streamline the process for investors with nontraditional income.Finally, for long-term scalability, you might want to connect with lenders specializing in expat or foreign income borrowers.

I am in the process of a career-shift and am considering going into the business here.

As you get larger, you can typically get better management fees, but you typically won't shift from a flat percent to percent + payroll until you get closer to the 40-ish unit range.

The 65 year old lady that was struggling though her shift at Lowe's was cutting my blind.  

With smart negotiations and a streamlined process, we capitalized on the opportunity for a quick and profitable turnaround.

To streamline design choices, create a design guide or "mood board" beforehand to stay consistent with finishes that match the neighborhood's expectations.For monitoring progress, a property manager can sometimes oversee construction, but it’s typically better to rely on the GC for updates.

This is way more conservative than a lot of people I talk to and has definitely meant that I lost out on opportunities, but it gives me bigger peace of mind and in shifting markets I feel better prepared to adapt if need be. 

A single property is simpler to manage, carries lower financial risk, and offers streamlined tax reporting but may generate taxable income sooner.