Our focus is on mid market 50-100 unit's but happy to help.

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Focus on paying them off (smallest to largest), and you'll be living large in 20 years.

If you move to NYC, focus on maximizing your earning potential while investing in affordable out-of-state markets with strong rental demand, like San Antonio or Indianapolis.

Attend local builder associations or networking events, and focus on small contractors or businesses without in-house permit expertise.Highlight how you save time and ensure compliance—it’s a big value-add.

I want to start smart and scale up as I learn the ropes, but I’m personally struggling to narrow down which area to focus on.If you’ve done this before, what advice would you give someone like me?

Do we focus on flipping, (currently we have actually been trying to do this, but we physically can't find enough contractors in our smaller market <100K population to do that much work).

To adapt, focus on refining your ARV and repair cost estimates, explore off-market deals, and consider creative financing strategies like seller financing or partnerships.

I have built in the past and I do not understand how anyone can build a house for 250k that will last.As an agent I focus on high end relocation clients and many are positively surprised by the build quality compared to the south.

You can’t (and shouldn’t) do everything yourself—treat this like a business, not a side hustle.Here’s what you need:Virtual Assistants (VAs) – Automate guest communication, pricing adjustments, and admin work so you can focus on scaling.A Reliable Cleaner – Someone who can handle same-day turnovers, including weekends (yes, even Sundays).A Local Handyman – A go-to professional with fair rates who can quickly address maintenance issues before they become guest complaints.I personally co-host properties in Cape Cod and surrounding areas and have had plenty of opportunities to expand into other markets.