Our ARV came out lower than I had hopped- actually it came out exactly where I had ran my numbers at, but with unexpected permitting requirements and increased material costs the project was about $70,000 over budget for the rehab.

I've come across some interesting niche strategies like buying small plots of land and slowly building, investing with a team/syndicatikn (if you find a good one), or even funding smaller infrastructure projects for commercial properties (e.g., electrical, plumbing, etc.). 

I’ve had the chance to work on some exciting projects, including flips that sold quickly and even set some neighborhood records.

build it instead of buying it. especially in the 5-50 range you are going to get garbage that's 80-120 years old in c neighborhoods. i can find land in almost any zip code and make the numbers work in columbus. or partner on a project locally. just my 2 cents but build to rent is much stronger right now in my opinion in columbus than buying existing assets 

The transition isn't just about property size; it's about shifting your entire approach.I've observed that successful transitions typically happen when investors have:- Stabilized 5-7 single-family rentals with systems in place- Built relationships with at least 2-3 reliable lenders- Established a maintenance crew that can handle larger projects- Accumulated at least 6 months of operating expenses as reservesI asked a client of mine who owns a 420-unit multi-family in Nevada how he started his RE investment journey, and he told me that he started with a duplex in Buena Park, CA, 40 years ago and used the 1031 exchange to grow his portfolio to 420 units, never paid taxes on sale of any of his properties.The most seamless path I've seen starts with small multi-family (5-10 units) rather than jumping straight to 50+ units.

Purchase price: $275,000 Cash invested: $300,000 Sale price: $1,300,000 Luxury build in the city of Bellaire, ongoing project.

They are major BRRRR projects with the main exit strategy being to hold as medium term rentals.

Right now, I’m actively learning and planning to start my first projects this year.

With the addition of projects like the orpheum and the waterfront development well on its way I think Dover might be one of the best buys along the seacoast right now. 

I’d be happy to refer you to someone who specializes in this — they can walk you through the numbers in a way that makes sense and help you understand the key drivers behind a solid BRRRR deal.In my own real estate projects — both in Columbus, Ohio, and Miami, Florida — we underwrite every deal carefully and often hire professionals to ensure our numbers are accurate.