Are you taking it online as a self study, or are you in a class with a teacher?

For house flipping, consider an LLC taxed as an S-Corp to reduce self-employment taxes by taking a reasonable salary and the rest as distributions.

Right now, the successful investors I work with are all pivoting to fix/flip and development. 

If you are looking to start with development I would check out these resources: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-319https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/44https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/why-investors-should-be-f...

BUT - - man I saw all the new developments and I figured "ok, we're overbuilt....great".      

IE - they do not let inexperienced new investors self-manage their own properties. 

I do find it fascinating that I've heard from several developers that they are building/built apartment units for the long term, which to me sounds a bit risky.  

Whether you're an investor looking for opportunities abroad, an agent working with international clients, or a developer seeking foreign buyers, having the right network and knowledge is essential. 

- Are you looking to self-manage the rental?

This could be an opportunity to add value by offering to help with clearing or relocating those items as part of any potential agreement.Why This Could Be a Good Move for YouYou see long-term potential in the property, especially with the large lot and development possibilities (even if those are years down the line).As the current tenants, you have the advantage of a direct relationship with the landlord and familiarity with the property, reducing competition and risk.This could be a chance to lock in a property that you might otherwise lose if it hit the open market, especially in today’s competitive environment.Challenges to ConsiderIf the landlord is emotionally tied to the property or reliant on rental income, they may be reluctant to sell.Financing could be tricky, especially with today’s interest rates and the gap between the current rent and what a conventional loan might cost.The development potential you’re interested in is likely a long-term play, which means the property could be financially tight in the short term, especially if you’re only breaking even or slightly negative on cash flow.Structuring a Potential DealTo make this feasible, you’ll likely need to explore creative financing options that align with both your financial capacity and the landlord’s goals.Seller Financing: Propose a deal where the landlord acts as the lender, allowing you to make monthly payments directly to them.