There aren’t many residential development companies operating at this level, which reduces competition and risk.

It may be helpful:I can give you some general info on insuring the property:Here are some things to look for from an Insurance prospective:1.Any in-ground tanks (active or inactive)2.Any Knob & Tube or Aluminum Wiring3.If built before 1978, does the building have Lead Safe certifications4.Any wood stoves or secondary heating units.

Lenders get paid at closing.Consider developing a better process to find and vet your lenders, Torianne.

I think there needs to be a change in leadership and a pro-development or up-zoning attitude.

Whether you’re managing properties, operating STRs or long-term rentals (LTRs), or just have an opinion on the state of the market, I’m eager to hear your thoughts and any new developments you’ve noticed.Here are a few things I’ve observed:Increased Supply of RentalsI’ve lived in Gainesville for a while now, and I remember a time when it was tough to find a rental.

I am working over these next few months to learn as much as I can to develop systems in order to analyze the next market we will move to.

Sales is a time-intensive venture, and it takes years to develop a pipeline of clients.

I will keep you posted on any future developments.”

You may also want to check the Columbus OH market - great macroeconomics with lots of job and population growth along with major companies developing here that drive strong rental demand. 

Right now, land (unless in a hot market) takes a special type of buyer/developer to turn it into money, so you're better off finding the thing the people with the money want. land tends to sit a long time...