That's a play there, but land is so expensive now that unless you buy it years in advance, your upside potential is going to be limited.You might have some luck with manufactured park development as there's a growing need for that product, yet it's not sexy and so no one focuses on it.

While both used to scare me, I'm confident they can be used well if the cards are played right.Happy to be joining the community, Kia kaha.Tristan

Remember that real estate is a numbers game so if you are rejected by one lender just move on to the next!

Where a family can let their children play outside, with out fear. 

Wife and I heard of a potential family-deal, where current Detroit Lakes owner wants to quit the snowbird game and go full-time-Florida.

Absolutely agree, if it fits your intent.Come up with your own game plan, which starts by learning. 

At this stage of the game for you, I would focus on banking as much money as possible and absorbing as much information as you can on real estate.

If you are relying on Credit, you have to play by their rules.

I highly doubt Johnny make an arbitrage play with the stock either. 

After being an active broker for 30+ years, I would encourage you to become a licensed agent and then broker.The experience of inspecting many properties on a daily basis, learning the listing as well as the selling side will only up your game when it comes to negotiating with a seller who's property you want to buy.Some of my best and most profitable 'flips' were because I went out on a listing call, knew the property values and was first on the scene.