Hi all,

I'm looking for my first rental in the Birmingham area, and am working on building a strong local team. I would like to connect with investors and investor-friendly agents in the area, especially those who have familiarity with JCHA/HABD housing authorities and BRRRR experience here.

What I'm looking for:

Agents who:

- Work with investors regularly and can pull off-market leads, expired listings and comps

- Know which neighborhoods rent well to voucher tenants and can give honest ARVs

- Are comfortable writing aggressive offers on fixer-uppers

Investors who:

- Own Section 8 rentals in Jefferson County and are open to a call

- Can share what has and hasn't worked for you

A few questions I'd love input on:

1. How has your experience been with the Jefferson County Housing Authority (inspections, how long until rent starts, payment standard increases) compared with the Birmingham Housing Authority?

3. Who do you trust locally for contractors, property management or DSCR lenders

4. What are typical rehab costs per square foot for a rental-grade rehab in Birmingham right now?

Feel free to reply here or send me a message so we can connect. I’m happy to share any research or information I have as well to return the favor how I can. 

Thanks in advance!