While some feel they have become too commercialized, others still find them useful for learning.The property listings and tools like calculators and rent estimators that can aid in analyzing potential deals.The local meetup groups that allow investors to network and connect in their area.Overall, BiggerPockets is seen as a good free resource for beginner real estate investors to learn the basics, though the quality and trustworthiness of the content is debated, especially after the company was sold.

Make sure whoever is running your numbers has local rental market knowledge. 2) Pay special attention to maintenance of the properties you are looking at.

You would likely be breaking the local ordinance. 

It's honestly part of the reason why I developed our Local Real Estate Developer™ course. 

Do you attend your local REIA's?

As a local expert, I'd be delighted to assist you in exploring the exciting opportunities these areas have to offer.

It's a great way to become more knowledgeable on your LOCAL investors and create your team while you're getting started.

Hi all,I have recently established my land acquisition business with the goal to purchase parcels of land, either within data center opportunity zones or areas with the potential to allow for data center development, rezone the property with submitted plans, then sell to developers ‘shovel-ready’ within the various jurisdictions of the Commonwealth of Virginia.I understand there are multiple mechanisms that come into play including obtaining financing (partnering with an experienced investor), utilizing land-use attorneys, land surveying and engineering firms, appraisers, as well as approval from local planning commissions, board of supervisors, etc.Would there be any investors who are currently active in this niche?

I have a management company that is local for day-day management.

Most of the lots aren't advertised for sale, but you can use the GIS system and other resources to find and contact the owners.