We are in a small market so we were very surprised to consistently fill 4 and now we are looking to do 4 more. 

If you consistently analyze properties, recognizing a good deal will be much easier when it shows up.

If you have a solid ARV AND a great GC / team that you trust to do good work, consistently, and can stick to the timeline planned, even with hard money you will still make money at 75 or 80%, albeit a little less than at 70%. 

The BRRRR strategy is doable for a newer investor, but it requires a lot of effort, consistency, and hands-on involvement—it's not exactly a passive way to invest.Whichever route you choose, if you're taking on the bulk of the work to analyze deals and select the best ones, it’s important to ensure your partnership reflects the time and energy you’re putting in.

You said you are new to real estate investing but you have a background in residential real estate - what does the background consist of?

It often takes living and breathing the industry around the clock for a few years before you start seeing consistent returns.

While I’m proud to be in the top 5% rated hosts in my area (for my, I’m determined to maintain a consistent presence on the front page of Airbnb.

I know if I stay consistent, something will drop.  

To streamline design choices, create a design guide or "mood board" beforehand to stay consistent with finishes that match the neighborhood's expectations.For monitoring progress, a property manager can sometimes oversee construction, but it’s typically better to rely on the GC for updates.

A friend of mine had a client who successfully partnered with a regional claims adjuster, and it brought consistent bookings for months.2.