The Austin metro was among the hottest destinations in the country for where people were moving last year, according to the latest annual ranking from U-Haul International Inc.Austin ranked No. 5 among the top U.S. growth metros in 2024, and Texas was the No. 2 state for move-ins — bested from the top spot after three consecutive years by South Carolina, according to data released Jan. 2 and Jan. 3.The Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington area took the crown for the top growth metro in the recent list, followed by Charlotte, North Carolina (No. 2); Phoenix (No. 3); and, Lakeland, Florida (No. 4).

Go to BUILD YOUR TEAM at the top of the screen and look for local investors or meetups in your area.

Are there any good resources online to be able to get an idea of average monthly/yearly expenses like utilities, etc. for a given zip or city?

Again, if anyone knows of any resources about building a park and running it, please let me know. 

I can also share some great resources and guides to get you started.Let me know what specifically you're looking to learn, and we can set up a time to talk.

Go to BUILD YOUR TEAM at the top of the screen and look for local investors or meetups in your area.

Would love to network, learn, and be a resource for anyone in the area :)Hi @Bridget Huston, welcome to the BP Forum! 

Are there any key resources, platforms, or strategies you’d recommend for a beginner? 

My uncle has agreed to allow me to use his system, employees and resources to build my own trailer park empire.

To maximize the number of transactions you’re involved in you will need to:Be Top of Mind when they think about moving - which requires consistent reminders.Be seen as an Expert – which requires a consistent message and Evidence of Success storiesGain their Trust – which requires communicating integritySo, start out by listing everyone you know in an Excel spreadsheet.