I would only add that you can also do Planned Unit Developments (called different things in other places) where you actually define you own height restriction as part of the plan - the plan will need to be approved by local council normally.Another alternative to check is Height Incentives that can be included as part of redevelopment areas or other areas of a city where there are incentives to spur development.

I'm sure it does when the developer's doing the appraisal.

The lending climate for condos appears to be tough unless the entire development has been placed on approval lists by Fannie/Freddie.

I was working the 9-5 job making a solid income as a web developer, but i was miserable.

Make sure that you have a "quality" letter that hits all of the hot buttons of the prospects you are targeting (landlords, probate, free and clear.)

If a Wal-mart wants to develop on a few raw acres of commercially zoned land, does it make that land a lot more valuable?

The Real Estate Center at Texas A&M has very good updated population data, as will most state websites, and local economic development teams.

By the time I'm down to showing I know I've got a qualified (financially) prospect who has a specific interest in the size of house, and neighborhood.all cash

I want start in multi -- affordable, in particular -- become an expert and move on to the next asset class, with development as my ultimate goal.

Mike, I am the owner of a web development firm.