From there, you can start comparing markets based on profitability, demand, and distance.

I make around 180k living on the west coast.

Hey Manny, welcome to the BP Forums.Wishing you the best on your journey.

Congratulations on the upcoming addition to your family!

Quote from @Ryan Kelly: @Gregory Schwartz as painful as it has been, the Austin market needed a breather and a reset on pricing following the pandemic.

Property needed some TLC as it had some termite damage and active infestation at time of move in, got quotes from contractors to replace some studs but all quotes came in too high so ended up doing most of the work on the home myself which meant the home sat vacant until January 2025 at which point i placed on rental sites but still waiting for vacancy to be filled.

Purchase price: $40,000 Cash invested: $65,000 Purchased this 2 bedroom, 2 bath mobile home on a 2 acre lot with well and septic.

🔹 Step 5: Temporary SetupsDepending on the job, you might need temporary power, fencing, or even a porta-potty for workers.

I know sarasota I've been. what's your target exit price for the home on a new build? 

usually off market, not on.