This is a numbers game so you may have to take an aggressive approach towards negotiating several deals before one of them actually works out.

What tools or strategies are you using to stay ahead of the game?

Profit and loss will be a guessing game. 

Keeping everyone aligned—lenders, inspectors, attorneys—prevents bottlenecks that could derail the timeline.Lastly, tackling big tasks early (like ordering inspections or raising equity) is a game-changer.

In the past year we've been through the ringer financially due to bad contractors, deal promises, and generally just being new to the game.

I already have land holdings near Everett that will certify out at 304 salable density bonus credits.To play this game, I get certified and then "clip off" the transferable development rights for sale to urban developers in the county, who can cash them in for an increase in dwelling unit density from an original 22 units/acre to 58 units, and building heights from 45' to 75'.

2024 will go down as, "The Year of Taking Action".Getting back in the game came with some challenges.

If you have ever played the Cash Flow Game, you are pretty much the poster child character in the game for a high-income investor.

Just keep in mind that entertainment expenses—like taking clients out for a show or a game—aren’t deductible anymore.And, yes, you can deduct 100% of your education expenses if you’re already a real estate investor.

Definitely not clueless just watching the game from the sidelines.