The options are, demo the lot, split the lot and then sell 2 lots to the builder or build myself.

I focus almost 100% on my pad ready land cost to come up with profitable deals. 20% of gross development value is the most I will pay for land.

The tourism authority has had some good information in the past about how many visitors come to each island and, of those visitors, how many book STRs.

If you own (2) properties free and clear you could simply do a cash out refinance. 

I had been scouted more times than I can recount to come to CA to apply my skills because the standards I came up in exceed that of CA and most places. 

And start the tedious process of building those relationships.Or you could skip all that and find a mentor that also has the community of likeminded people.It will take you less time but is likely going to require an up front investment.Btw have you done a deal yet or would this be your first?

Frame out the wall and use plywood for the siding. 

Occasionally through binoculars you may catch a glimpse of someone sitting on a porch, sipping a glass of mint julep, holding the glass with a white gloved hand with the pinky finger sticking up.

Quote from @Danielle Levy: Lesson learned: provide the full story up front and you'll get better advice.If you feel there's a case, put together all the evidence.

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