And I started out intending exactly that.I gave developing a personal brand and a strong internet presence my heart and soul.

Since you’re just starting out, you might want to look into the Columbus, Ohio market—there’s a lot of opportunity and a strong investor presence, which can make it a great place to get your first deal.

I do not have much of a social media presence as I have relied on previous clients(mostly in AZ) for repeat business.  

I think Bigger Pockets could have a strong presence in Australia.

IF no docs and the data a client wants isnt available then you must get it somewhere else.Every website is different and you will have start fresh building a new scraper everytime.Competing against many other types of software doing what you are doing.Competing against upwork/fiver/foreign VAs doing the same thing you are doingIf your presence becomes to big you will bring attention and likely forced into a propstream/propwire/propradar model where you must buy the data from the counties as scraping regs are in a greyzone in most statesWhat hurdles have you hit so far?

Just remember email and phone data is the best to help you build an independent direct booking presence.

Look for one with established market presence and good reviews...company/brokerage reviews will impact yours.3) Find a mentor who is where you want to be in 5 years and do whatever you can to be near them or learn from them.

Long-Term Play: Those who secured land at high valuations must now decide whether to hold, develop, or offload.New Construction and Infrastructure DevelopmentColumbus has seen a surge in homebuilding, particularly in response to anticipated demand from Intel-related jobs.The delay may impact financing and absorption rates, leading to a slowdown in housing starts.Infrastructure projects tied to Intel’s growth, such as roads and utilities, will likely continue, but at a measured pace.Commercial Real Estate and Small Business ImpactsMany businesses and developers bet on an influx of Intel workers fueling demand for retail, office, and industrial space.This delay could create leasing challenges, with some developers reconsidering near-term projects.On the flip side, a more gradual ramp-up may allow local businesses to scale strategically.Opportunities for Savvy InvestorsBuying the Dip: If land or housing prices see a correction, it could be a prime buying opportunity for those with a long-term outlook.Pivoting to Other Growth Areas: Columbus remains an attractive market beyond Intel, with a strong job market, affordable cost of living, and other major employers expanding.Building for the Long Haul: Delays happen, but Intel’s presence in Ohio is a long-term game.

I suspect even the banks who are aggressively expanding are doing so merely to sure up their geographical presence  to in order to expand their customer base but will then pull back on their branch numbers.Unless there is significant term remaining on the lease, there are other retail concepts that would be deemed more marketable.

Look up the loan officer and not the company (do they have any online reviews or social media presence; if possible look up their production numbers to see if they are any good)4.