I may not have resources today, but I bring something just as powerful: the willingness to outwork, outlearn, and outlast anyone else in the room.Here’s what I’m focused on:✅ Learning from experienced investors.✅ Building strong relationships and partnerships.✅ Exploring creative ways to get deals done, even without a ton of upfront capital.I know that success in real estate is a team sport.

Finding it through your Facebook sphere shows the power of networking, and keeping the rehab cosmetic was a smart way to minimize risk and maximize profit.One thought: Have you factored in holding costs, loan interest, and potential market fluctuations during the 45 days?

https://www.facebook.com/buncombeGov/videos/628829406107729Here is an infographic explaining the proposal in its current state: https://www.buncombecounty.org/common/planning/calendar-file...The planning board (who only have the power to pass a proposal on to the commissioners who would actually vote it into law) voted and agreed to hold the public hearing, yet not vote on the proposal until they have had more time to review, get focus groups together including more voices, and understand all sides of the concern. 

Simple and powerful. 

I work as a property manager in my 9 to 5 and see the power of real estate!

Networking is another powerful tool—engage with local real estate groups and seek mentorship to accelerate your learning and build connections that will support your growth.

That said, utilities that aren't directly attributed to a unit can be a pain in the neck because everyone is sure that the other unit(s) are using more power than they are.

This will increase the return above what can be obtained on a passive investment.The flipside of having the power to control everything is that it can be alot of work (and a full-time job if a person is putting in sweat equity).

Some investors buy land in cash or with short-term financing, then refinance it later when they’re ready to build.Lastly, don’t underestimate the power of networking.

I think broader consumer taste is killing malls, which includes online shopping, but also even where people are choosing to live and how they are spending their time/money, more broadly.I worked for a company that bought a failing mall back in 2012 (online shopping was "killing retail" then too), redeveloped most of it into more open air power center and sold.