It’s awesome to have someone with your experience in renovations, staging, and investment properties in the mix!

I have purchased many properties without a tenant in place.

That’s fine we (you)work with the hand we’re dealt.Now, should you start collections while they’re still in the property?

Can't see much of the property history since I am in CO.

Unless you are getting leads that are a 25 year person renting and do not own property, the lead quality is not the problem.

They were able to do a reverse 1031 exchange because they had the funds up front to execute the replacement property first, then sell the relinquished property.

Basically, they will put 5-7 properties into a fund, all value-add, all in their preferred areas like D-FW.

Our logical process:1) Use Neighborhood rankings to narrow down area of city you want to invest in2) Focus on getting to know that Neighborhood(s), so you know the good & bad streets, block-by-block.3) Be patient to acquire properties on good streets that meet your buying criteria.Our rankings are done with a "bell curve" approach.

The truth is, the money is still owed, nothing was saved or earned, and you are just throwing money away on interest.Here's a guide that describes what good cash flow looks like and how to analyze a property.https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rental-property-cash-flow...

Whether its identifying high-potential properties for fix-and-flip projects, guiding clients through the process of house hacking for optimal cash flow, or assisting with the acquisition and management of profitable short-term rental properties, I bring a thorough, data-driven approach to every deal.I am passionate about creating long-term value for my clients, and I am always looking to connect with like-minded professionals to share insights, collaborate, and discuss investment opportunities.Looking forward to connecting and learning from this incredible community!