Just before closing, they decided that they didn't want the property with the property lines in the new walking trail that is coming connecting Mt.

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@Taylor L. are there any specific faults you see in their data connected with that particular business?

Leverage local experts: Connect with an architect or zoning attorney familiar with Scranton’s rules.

Below are some actionable steps I plan to take after identifying a market:- find a rock star agent by referral and/or calling brokerages and asking to connect with their top producing agents- find a rock star contractor by referral and/or yelp- have control over construction by setting per diems to incentivize contractor to finish the project on time, within budget, and with good quality- leverage my rock star agent's time to check up on the construction process (checks and balances)- hire independent handymen/inspectors to check up on the construction process for a flat fee (checks and balances) There's competition everywhere, you won't escape that in any market. 

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Having your background and connections is going to serve you well.

You can start by researching the market, connecting with other investors, understanding your strategy, and practicing your calculations (you can use BP calculators to help with this).

Happy to connect with you as you jump back in. 

Always excited to connect with others building something from the ground up!