Hello, I am looking into building a 4 unit new construction with the VA loan ( IN CHICAGO). Has anyone done one on a multifamily? Pros and cons? Let me know vs just me just buying an existing 3-4 units with the VA loan.
Curious to hear everyone’s thoughts on this: If you were developing a property in a neighborhood where most existing homes don’t have dedicated parking, and there is currently unrestricted street parking, would you still provide on-site parking as part of the development? I’m particularly interes...
Tampa/Hillsborough builders — what are you actually building investor-grade CMU homes for in 2026? I’m a transplant to the Tampa Bay area, so I’m still getting calibrated to what things really cost here. I’ve spent a long time in construction, but I keep hearing wildly different numbers from peop...
Hello BP, I have recently been looking into the land wholesaling space. Is there an app and/or software for using comps before making an offer? Since I am starting out I am looking for either something free or budget friendly. Thanks in advance and I look forward to hearing your responses. All th...
One Johnston County property-research detail I didn’t fully appreciate until I started going through parcels individually: 🏗️ “What’s the zoning?” isn’t always a one-source question. Johnston County actually maintains separate GIS information for things like: 🗺️ County zoning 🏘️ Town/municipal zo...
We have a 4-lot townhouse paper lot subdivision. Keeping the existing 3,100 sf house and subdividing the remainder flat land. This is four fee-simple townhouse lots, 2,300 sf each. Can build 2 stories up to 1750 sf with 2 car garage. We plan to refresh and resell the house and sell the four paper...
Hello BP! Anyone here ever wholesale land that is owned by the city? Can this be done? If so is it an ‘easier’ process, are their extra steps involved, etc. Would appreciate any insights. Thanks in advance. All the best, Jorge
Looking for ideas and experience with an 11-acre development property I own approximately 11.9 acres in Georgia, including the land my house sits on. I plan to keep the house and roughly half an acre, leaving an estimated 11.4 acres that could be developed or sold. The property is zoned MR-1. I’v...
I came across a guy online sharing stories about his land/home package investing and I grew very curious. Is there anyone out there currently doing this in Central Kentucky? What have been some of your biggest challenges? I'd love to learn more!
Hi everyone—I’m based in Western North Carolina and have spent about 20 years in construction. I own rental properties and am exploring land flipping as another way to build income. I’ve been learning about The Land Geek approach and would appreciate connecting with someone who has firsthand expe...
Does anyone have recommendations for solid land operators? I’d love to hear who you’ve worked with and what your experience has been.
I have an opportunity to purchase a single-family house from my mother for a fantastic deal. I'm interested in splitting the lot (ok under SB9) and building 2 units on each lot for a total of 4 units. I'm planning on living in one of the units, and I'm estimating earning $2,000 - $4,000 in rent p...
I’m a small investor/developer doing ground-up single-family construction in Florida. I’ve completed one project and have another under construction now. The vertical construction financing is not really my problem — land acquisition is becoming the bottleneck as I try to scale. Right now, buying...
I own a ±0.61-acre / 26,533 SF C-2 Tourist Commercial site in Pigeon Forge, TN, just off the Parkway in an established hotel, condo and vacation-rental area. We've had preliminary site plans prepared for two development concepts, and I'd appreciate input from developers familiar with Pigeon Forge...
I have access to a Rochester infill opportunity with seller financing, I have a defined housing/development concept through INI Living, but I'm building my first development team. Who should I assemble first, and are there Rochester/Western NY builders or development partners interested in review...
I want to start being more active on BiggerPockets and openly sharing what we’re building, what’s working, and what we’re learning along the way. My name is Reginald Calloway, founder of ASC Real Estate Solutions in Hopkinsville, Kentucky. My real-estate journey began through our childcare busine...
I'm hoping to find a parcel, subdivide, and build to hold to build my rental portfolio. I'm trying to find what land development costs people are experiencing to help me underwrite a hypothetical deal to move toward pre-approval on lending. Anyone with any experience who could speak to this? TIA!
Hello, Anyone have any experience with securing Conservation easements, specifically in the upstate NY Catskill watershed area? Working on a parcel and I'm wondering if anyone can give me some anecdotes about their journey. Thank you! Tacuma
Starting my build to rent journey in the DFW area. I am currently building two duplexes side by side. One for an investor and one that i plan to hold myself as a long term rental. I am working through the full process of land acquisition, construction management, and building a repeatable system ...
Most ground-up delays I see don't happen at closing. They happen a few weeks later, when the slab is in and the first draw request sits. The lender isn't looking for a reason to say no. It is confirming that the collateral it lent against exists and that its lien is still first. Here is what gets...
EDUCATION September 2026 The Timeline From Signed Contract to Move-In Day How long does it really take to go from signing a modular home contract to getting your keys? Here's an honest walkthrough of each phase and what can speed things up — or slow them down. Building a modular home involves ove...
EDUCATION September 2026 What "Turnkey Modular" Actually Includes: Site Work, Permits, Set, and Finishes "Turnkey" gets used a lot in modular home marketing. Here's what it should actually cover — from site preparation and permits to the final finishes — and the questions to ask before you sign. ...
EDUCATION September 2026 Modular vs. Traditional Stick-Built: An Honest Pros and Cons Comparison Considering building a home in Northeast Ohio? This article breaks down the real differences between modular and traditional stick-built construction — costs, timelines, customization, quality, and lo...
For those who have gone through their first land development deal, how did you approach financing the entitlement phase? I’m currently working through the acquisition and entitlement strategy for acreage that I intend to take through the entitlement process and ultimately create luxury and estate...
I'm looking for some feedback from land investors/builders who are familiar with Bastrop County / Pine Forest Unit 6. My family currently have 3 vacant lots in Pine Forest Unit 6 Ph II that we are trying to sell, but we are getting very little buyer interest despite pricing them relatively aggres...