Well, COVID was going on, supply chain was tight and finding contractors that could get you into their schedule was extremely challenging.

I paid cash using a HELOC on my personal residence.

Before making any decisions, I recommend exploring neighborhoods in person, talking to locals, and doing thorough research to determine which area aligns best with your preferences and lifestyle.

I've personally sold 3 properties with them thus far and have high praise. 

@Nick Rutkowski I have not personally but know people who have land contracts and lease the land to large corporations to build to suit.

|As far as an inspection goes, Michael Bender is the most thorough inspector I've ever worked with and the only one I would use on my personal home.

I personally like Arcadia which is in between Scottsdale and Phoenix.

It depends on what demographic you are aiming to serve.2) BiggerPockets, Facebook, in-person meetups.

I personally like to buy real estate that has A) excellent long-term prospects ie. area growth, commercial vibrancy, high housing demand, rising rental rates and B) positive or at least neutral cash flow.

Seems like your brother would be the person to ask.