But it's not a matter of where you are currently; it's a matter of where you want to be and the drive and determination to face the certain adversity you will encounter with a strategic eye and relentless effort.

Development projects take years to complete and real estate developers should have expertise or strategic partners) in the following areas:Building and maintaining relationships Land acquisitionMarket studiesApprovals and permitsProject financing and financial analysisBuilding developmentBuilding renovations

Developer: in charge of the entire process Partners: Strategic Partners understand the market & are a general partner in the dealFinancing & Funding: debt & equity partners Legal: all contracts, leases, closingsBroker: site & tenant acquisitionCommunity (AHJ): zoning, building permits, inspections, business license - help ensure the project complies with zoning regulations & will be a benefit to the communityDesign & ConstructionDesign TeamArchitectStructural EngineerMechanical/Plumbing/Electrical (MEP) Engineer Civil EngineerLandscape ArchitectManagement Project Management through construction completionProperty Management throughout the lifetime of owning the asset

This is all how I evaluate if I buy cash or "strategic" leverage. 

Hi @Jason Fender,There are a few strategic reason for using a credit back as opposed to price reduction.

Hello everyone,I'm just beginning my journey in real estate and seeking some strategic advice.

While cashflow is key to keep the property safely under control, I seem to find that the larger returns for our portfolio to date come from strategic growth of equity.

I've recently secured a hangar at Whiteman large enough to store 2 aircraft.

See link to PDF for VA loan limits by county :  https://www.fhfa.gov/DataTools...Would love to chat more about investing and strategizing using your VA loan-Steve

Some purchases were very strategic and a coupe were just blind luck.