In The Tampa Bay Area local investor in the items inside the home/business but looking to get with the right people to build a team.

I'm currently trying to build my list of interview questions that I would/could use when it comes to screening and finding the right Real Estate Agent.

Just do your homework (I need to do this way better) and remember most successful investors aim for the 1% and at least 80% rule ARV... if you don't see this in the deal, they agreed to buy it too high or they are making too much profit.

Major league franchise and we're building a new arena.

Remember also, that FHA is generally intended for an owner-occupant/primary-residence for at least the first 12 months, but as was discussed above this can be worked around.If a client qualifies for Conventional I almost always advise them to use that product rather than FHA as a general rule - but a lender will have the more relevant, tailored advice.

Starting with an owner-occupied duplex is a smart way to build equity and gain experience.

When we wholesale with integrity, we create win-win situations and build real, long-term relationships.Let’s bring back the dignity in this business. 

Hey Romeo, I would build up some cash flow and try to find some partners in your network that have the funds to get started in RE but are hesitant since they never purchased anything yet.

would this be a good strategy to grow your portfolio with a little down and force appreciation into the building and pull out?

I think a large part of building wealth is being optimistic and paranoid/scared to death at the same time.