Jesse Niedringhaus I like the Brockton area and the surrounding towns since it is my backyard.

All lots surround the big box and they have one in their parking lot too, but want more than the rest.

Some of the green/energy efficient features include:-No VOC paint-Renewably sourced carpet-Hypoallergenic and ecofriendly insulation -Comprehensive foam insulation and sealing-EnergyStar windows-EnergyStar appliances-LED/CFL and energy saving light fixtures-WaterSense Faucets with aerators-Insulated plumbing-High-efficiency dual flush toilets-Nest thermostatWe will be conducting a second blower door test tomorrow to see exactly how much our end buyer will be saving in monthly utility bills as compared to the original house and the surrounding homes.

I know all of my neighbors and some on surrounding streets.

If the lender or underwriter isn't familiar with the FHA rules surrounding a flip, the process can take a lot longer than necessary.

Surround yourself with people whose values you want to emulate.

I rehab single family homes in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs.

If it's just an "old building" without any architectural significance, history etc then yeah I'm all for replacing it with something more beneficial as long as it's congruent with the character of the surrounding area.

Or an old property was torn down and there was room to surround the new one with a parking lot.

You'll find mentors and partners to work with by networking with people; great places like BP, REIA, and Meetup groups are "watering holes" for REI folks.Seems like the Richmond, and surrounding areas, have many opportunities for Rehab and Hold.