If you aren't sure who to choose from, ask each of them for a meeting/consultation to break down your goals, the market, and the acquisition process.Once you've selected one, have them draft the offer for you and take it from there.The best agents are responsive, knowledgeable on the local market, have a strong supporting team (i.e. lenders, title, inspectors, title, etc.), and know how to put together a deal.As @Michael K Gallagher mentioned, you'd want to clarify whether or not your agent is also representing the seller.

Quote from @Brick Biermann: I don't have it any more, but I used to have a line of credit against some of my investments.

Expensive markets can be a challenge, but here are deals to be had, depending on the amount of work you are willing to do.

Add in demand for the land itself, increase in the younger generation aiming for household formation, in-migration to Florida from retirees or from other relocations, and your observation is spot on.

A two-story, eight-unit apartment building with four units on each floor, each offering two bedrooms and one bath.

This financing approach allowed me to focus on converting the structure into a duplex and preparing it for rental while maintaining cash flow for other ongoing projects in my portfolio.

This investment is on track to achieve long-term growth and align with the broader vision for the area.

Lowers your downpayment and your costs based on loan amount.

I have 12 acres in middle tn that I am working on entitlement with the city.

Your point about Phoenix is also spot-on; it’s amazing how adjusting zoning laws can breathe new life into neighborhoods and support both housing and local business growth.I'd be interested in hearing more about your experience with multifamily projects and any insights you might have on Austin's market compared to Phoenix.