Find a market or strategy, sounds like youre starting with land.

Then the new owner would call and want to remodel again becuase they didn't like the design or colors, Lol.....

Interested in a meet up with like minded investors on Long Island.  

You could have your insurance cancelled but more likely you're going to see a rate increase.

can check out local apps like eventbrite or meetups

I have found that they worked really well when it comes to getting better tenants and better rents, and having less hassle, less headaches, and then getting a higher sales price; without paying closing costs or realtor fees.

Sounds like maybe equity skimming?

Are you targeting any specific areas/neighborhoods like Maywood, Garfield Park, Speedway?

I feel like I've been played and I'm not even sure why.

It doesn't seem like the WSJ released tax guides for 2024 or 2025?