Susan, the definition for depreciation in this case of a mixed-use building actually has to do with the income produced, and not the sqft. split.

It wouldn't shock me that projects like this can produce big returns.Side note: Before embarking on this, be sure that you have a solid development model that can accurately project the construction debt and construction schedule in the analysis.

Next step is to become a Pro member and review the webinars as well as watching the videos on the YouTube channel.So thank you BP for producing such awesome shows that are packed full of digestable information!

Does anyone know of any strategies that produce pure arbitrage in the real estate market.

Rehabbing RE that is not in great need of a rehab (i.e. thrashed) likely will not produce much ROI.I look for thrashed units and ideally get them a little below market price. 

With that being said, what do you guys think would be the best broker to partner with as a new agent who is hungry and motivated to produce and reach a 6 figure income in the first year?

Open houses are not mandatory in hot markets.. in slow markets they help and for open houses most top producers have their beginner agents go sit at those or you can do them yourself..

The thought of the work involved in perfectly articulating this difficult and personal experience in the way that would be best is too much for me to take on mentally and so the below is my compromise in an effort to produce something rather than the inevitable nothing if I continue to wait until I have the will power to make it perfect.  

The truth is any method could produce that sort of cash flow but each one would take different levels of cash and action.

I deal directly with manufacturers of shipping containers who will produce shipping containers to my specifications.