For example, in the New York area, especially in some hyped-up fringe neighborhoods (like certain areas of the Bronx, Queens, or Staten Island), finding a "bargain" seems easy.

They also want a priority lien on the property.It sounds like you are looking for someone to fund your down payment, I would be looking for an equity partner over debt as nobody likes to lend money in insecure positions, especially when a borrower lacks skin in the game.How much are you planning to come in with yourself?

Does anyone know, or have a good idea, about the difference in returns on entitling & developing the land for each scenario, with final objective to sell to a builder to build and sell the structures him/herself.  

Hey all, I purchased a long term rental in Houston.

Also, @Alex Bockey, we ONLY invest in condos for STRs.

What area are you looking to househack in?

I remember buying my first 'big' TV back in the 90's....

(fix and flips)  Hey Amy,Congrats on getting started in your real estate journey. 

I currently live in San Jose, CA. 

Been looking at AI to see if it would help in my business but not sure where to start.