I did see that Cincy has identified many neighborhoods as opportunity zones and freed up some money and incentive in them. 

Hopefully they don't try to throw any more road blocks your way. 

We will be adding a throat road into a cul de sac, addressing drainage, and stubbing out utilties to each lot. 

Helps prevent hurt feelings down the road.

Let it be a lesson though and not the end of the road for you because we ALL make mistakes and based on what you said it sounds like you make a few rookie mistakes.

Our script consists of the following questions:Condition of the propertyTimeframe of when they would like to sellReason for selling (motivation)Asking priceThe key is to listen to the homeowner and identify if they fit your criteria.

The only problem you could have down the road is if you have acquired 10 financed properties and want another.

Mind you, it's great if you discovered BiggerPockets thanks to them.The issues I have identified by just having a quick look:1.

Look at any CAM leakage with the leases that can affect NOI, any association back dues or special assessments coming for roads, etc. 

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