This transaction highlights our ability to identify and execute quick, profitable deals with minimal holding time.

Right now, land (unless in a hot market) takes a special type of buyer/developer to turn it into money, so you're better off finding the thing the people with the money want. land tends to sit a long time...

Total time spent throughout the year may be significant, depending on the number of properties and amount of activities, but year end is no more difficult than any other time period they're doing. 

Hi,I am looking to invest first time with a turnkey developer,  who is buying the land and building a multi unit commercial retail center and some apartments.

Sorry to hear that you and your wife are having a tough time.

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Get that bench strength first and then you'll be ready to move forward quickly and seamlessly.Best...

When you do a little extra work ahead of time, the process goes so much more smoothly.

I just meant to say that it's our next goal to build that up, having just gone on a spending spree on fixing up both properties in a short period of time.

I found the son on Facebook and sent a quick intro giving my condolences, expressed my interest in purchasing the property, and provided my phone # in case he decides to follow up.I'm in the process of preapproval with a couple lenders, and have reached out to a couple realtors in my area to see which may be a good fit.