Our deal was a new build.  

The episodes I struggle on there are the interviews that seem to be either someone the host wants on, or that they were on their show and it’s a reciprocal situation to build an audience.

Building connections with like minded individuals to help each other achieve their goals is priceless.

I can also send you list of contacts to help you build your team.

I was on island earlier in the month for an eviction trial and stayed at the Waikiki Banyan for a few nights - that seems to be a popular STR building.

Bigger Pockets is a great place to learn and connect with fellow investors.If you’re looking to invest long distance, I definitely recommend building your core-4 team.

The other half is a mix of spec and owners buying lots to custom-build for themselves (more of the latter than the former).

@Monty Alston It has some impact but no lenders will give you credit for having experience building a home unless you have built or renovated a home in the last 3-5 years.

I found a really nice brick building with 12 apartments, 3 commercial business units and some garages.

I’ve watched a lot of videos on how to screen and how to set up work with contractors, so I’m hopeful to build those relationships more in this area in the future.Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?