If I had the business headquartered at some commercial or industrial space, I could deduct the entire cost of the space. 

Or the house construction industry in general where they build for $X and sell for $X+margin?

Nobody likes to work hard in the heat.The biggest concern in the past has been winter, but 2024 was the warmest year on record and we have seen +3F on average in every season, which really took the edge of winter (you can call it brown grass season now) while summers are pleasant 75-85F.The cost of living is low, yet the quality of live is relatively high.

Though I would caution you on hard money lending until you understand the industry a bit better, that can be very rewarding but you have to be able to do your due diligence on deals because you're turning over your hard-earned money to an individuals project, often a flip. 

As a full-time student living on campus, I’m looking for part-time opportunities that could help me gain some experience in the real estate industry while also make a little bit of money. 

@Julie Doke: Industry specific software speaks to you and you can easily relate it to your day to day process.

It is a paid service to be a part of, but generally if they are in the BP community, they likely understand investing more than the average agent out there.

Investing in Peoria sounds intriguing, especially since you’re drawn to the area and its industrial charm.

If your 5th deal is good, you should be able to find funding outside the banking industry.

I also completely understand the frustration of navigating through "Joker brokers" and fake lenders who promise more than they can deliver—one of the biggest challenges in the industry today.Regarding your approach to accrual-based repayment options, that’s a huge help for flippers managing tight cash flow, and it's great that you offer that flexibility.