I actually joined Chad Griffith industrial group.

Industrial real estate in Rochester, NY is hotter than ever.

This is one area where it helps tremendously to have per-existing relationships with people in the industry such as family or friends.

Commercial Revenue Generating properties like office buildings, apartment buildings, retail centers, etc (banks call it "CRE" lending) are typically evaluated from their net operating income, not gross.

The industry continues to see consolidation, with private equity-backed firms actively acquiring, albeit at a slightly slower pace than the frenzy a few years back.

Quote from @Matt McNabb: I'm a solid $400k/yr job in NYC and have $250k to begin investing as my first step into building a portfolio, although I don't have time to be a landlord so I have to account for management fees.  

I do have a family friend who is currently building in my market.

I'm also building a house with Delta.

Quote from @Chase Calhoun: Just wrapped up a build-to-rent project on Wilson Road, and I’m excited to share how it turned out!

After building a portfolio of fully renovated homes I wanted to give this model a chance.