Some mentees will act as a bloodhound for the mentor, knocking on doors, driving for dollars, scouring the internet, making cold calls, or performing other services that help the mentor find new deals.

New investor from Clayton NY. 

We have an 11-unit apartment building (five 1br/1ba, six 2br/1ba) and want to do a cosmetic rehab (new kitchen, bathroom, paint, sanding, and staining hardwood floors, excluding repairs on MEPs).

I’ve been helping investors, many of whom are new to real estate, get into cash-flowing new construction duplexes in Indianapolis.

I believe that’s the only way I can PM you (also new to Bigger Pockets—I was lurking before). 

I'm absolutely shocked they don't want to get daily emails from her.The city just created two new positions for proactive enforcement of STRs and will be voting on enacting “super fines”, lol yes very ineffective work I’ve done.Good luck with your loopholes!

We are getting new professional photos but when I look at other listings that have better decor, I don't see them with booked calendars too so worried about putting more money in without confidence of a return.

It would involve installing new dedicated water pipes per unit, three combi water heaters (to replace the two conventional water heaters and the central boiler), and three gas and water meters.

Wendy's used to pay rent for the parking spaces but the new restaurant has not been paying rent. 

Additionally, national lenders like Chase and Wells Fargo have strong multi-family loan programs that cater to out-of-state investors.Scaling OwnershipGiven your available cash and equity, here are a few strategies to consider:Leverage Existing Equity: Utilize the equity in your current properties through a cash-out refinance or HELOC to increase your purchasing power.Partnering with Other Investors: Consider syndications or joint ventures, which can help you scale more quickly without using all your own capital.Diversify Markets: While the Midwest is great, keep an eye on emerging markets across the country that may offer similar benefits.Focus on Value-Add Opportunities: Look for properties where you can increase value through renovations or improved management.I specialize in selling new construction duplexes in downtown Indianapolis, and I’ve found that multi-family properties here provide strong returns.