All great advice but most important build your network around you.

I would focus on growing relationships and building your core 4.

Some buy and hold investors may have outdated beat up buildings that can't be sold conventionally without repair and your flipping operation with the right agent may just happen upon that deal for working with that person.

I hope to be able to continue increasing my portfolio and potentially get into multifamily buildings if possible. 

Found following information about building permits on City Data: https://www.city-data.com/city/Calera-Alabama.html2022: 125 buildings, average cost: $155,700 2021: 216 buildings, average cost: $156,200 2020: 322 buildings, average cost: $144,500 2019: 213 buildings, average cost: $147,600Regarding Property appreciation: This property was sold last november for 269K and there is a similar property on this street that has been sold for 289k on March 12th that is last month.

I am a first time real estate investor trying to build my real estate portfolio.

By keeping informed, staying ahead, and focusing on your renters, you can build a strong property portfolio and run a successful business.Good luck!

Super nice to connect with like-minded pro's looking to kill it and build true power in networking and connections.

McDonald’s does not own land under building unless they also own the buildings.

@Eric Stewart In my area it is standard that the landlord pays for the water and sewer and just builds that into the amount they charge for rent.