if you can build at 50% of after value I'd hire you and I build the cheapest of anyone I know in our market and minimum rates. there's 3 builders that build at our rate. only place I can get us to 50% equity is in miami florida and that is new construction that is selling at $1000 per square foot and up and high density 300+ unit underwriting with incredible economies of scale. columbus has lower construction costs but lower exit. we focus on urban core. my best suggestion is look at urban not suburban for higher valuations. you can't control what new construction appraises at so do it in less risky areas. 

I have one mortgage left and I send them $40,000/mo just to “round it off”.My suggestion was just in case they wanted extra cash as a security blanket.

I'm reaching out to this knowledgeable community to connect with fellow investors and real estate agents who can offer insights, share experiences, or point me towards potential investment opportunities in the area.A brief introduction: I recently embarked on my real estate investment journey with the purchase of a property in California, April 2024 for $180,000, applying the BRRRR strategy to maximize its value.

Any suggestions?

Plus, the fully finished walkout basement offers endless possibilities.

I like the suggestion in the last paragraph! 

I don’t know how often someone offers you $500k TAX FREE. ($125k per year off your last 4 years of living expenses.) but it Seems like a no brainer to sell vs rent. 

Anyways, we had someone make an offer on our property that would get us out of the deal and breaking even.

I am looking into offering wine storage in my facility.  

Do you have any thoughts or suggestions on conventional stick built as opposed to the manufactured multi family that's availble?