@Jake Andronico Hey Jake this is a software that your team developed.

We most certainly encourage them to share their experiences, and it would actually be nice to see some support for newer investors who got their first deal done successfully, even if you don't agree with their specific strategy. 

Nice.

My piece of advice would be to research emerging neighborhoods and focus on areas with strong job growth and infrastructure development. 

He seems to be a nice guy but his program is not for the new guy.

This is a long term development opportunity.

But if you lay out your plan to the owner over the phone, it's very hard to get a "yes" because trust is developed with a face to face meeting.Trust can be established by talking about your past record (as an investor) but also if you have something positive about yourself (profession - real estate agent, nurse, teacher, fireman, doctor - any profession that can give you some added credentials).#4 Owner vs.

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Nice to spot your introduction.. what's the biggest hurdle you're seeing in today's market?

If you can offer a nice unit that is updated for slightly lower than market value, it is going to keep your vacancy rate at a near 2% per year.