The time has come for me to start investing in real estate and before doing so i'm looking to build a strong and dedicated team of partners: agents, lenders, contractors and property managers mainly in the Cleveland area (but also open to markets within a 2-3 hr drive away) that already possess an excellent track record in their line of work and that value long term collaboration.

Do you own the entire building and have other occupants complained of a problem? 

It makes sense for your new build but you'll have leverage something (fixed rate) to get out of that loan. 

I am ready and will be starting with property number one sometime, hopefully, quarter one of 2025 with a possibly 2 bedroom and 1 bathroom single family home; as this is within my current budget.

On a rehab I have anything that needs to be ordered ready to submit before I settle , I place the order the day of settlement .

Building on existing land helps eliminate the issue of land scarcity, which is a significant challenge due to California’s high real estate prices.

Quote from @Khyree Randall: I'm about to start working again soon and I'm ready to start investing in getting my first deal.

It's exciting to see your focus on building a real estate portfolio for financial freedom!

The ultimate guide to building rapport and great relationships.

Then use the experience to work out the kinks and build a strong boots on the ground team.