All Forum Posts by: William Byers

Drew,

I have a couple of spreadsheets.  Connect with me and exchange emails and I'll share what I have.

ULI is probably a solid source, particularly for NY, but these reports are more macro oriented trends. I am a ULI member, but for my local market of Jacksonville FL, I keep up with trends through MLS reports. I am a Realtor with access, and I recommend you establish a relationship with a local Realtor who will keep you up to date on local micro trends that can even be sub-market specific. Good luck.

I'm interested in Flagstaff AZ and seeking to network with any investors in that area.  Will be there 12/28 thru 1/4

Welcome to North Florida Julian.  It's not like the DC area, but housing is WAY more affordable.  Jump in to BP resources and join us for January meetup Wednesday, 1/14/15 at River City Brewing from 5:30 to 8:30.  @Erik K. is the host.

I'm going to try this simple link...

http://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/223/topics/161680-land-deal-success-in-jacksonville?page=1#p1085952

@Ross Benedict 

I start by looking on MLS (I'm a realtor) but you can also research county GIS sites. I'm not familiar with Broward County's site, but I would guess it's fairly sophisticated. As far as MLS access, find a hungry (new) commercial realtor that can do detailed research on recent sales, prices, etc. I am also a civil engineer and my partner is a land planner, so we do detailed due diligence and site planning to determine highest and best use. We then prepare concept site plans and marketing graphics so buyers can conceptualize the finished development. Basically this is all the sweat equity we put into the deal to "entitle" property.

You may not have these skills but there are a lot of hungry planners and engineers who may work with you on an upfront cover my cost contract, with some equity or backend premium.  I market this service to my clients as "value added service"

If you are interested in some examples or samples, let me know.  We just closed a deal this week.  You can find the case study under "Real Estate Success Stories" titled Land Deal Success in Jacksonville.  I don't know how to link you to it.

My partner and I bought this waterfront lot and put together three different site concepts for office, apartments and park and listed the property on the MLS. An apartment developer bought the property yesterday, financials are below.

Got it, thanks Jim.  Did you ever put together that rehab team, in case I find a deal in January?

Jim,

Is it Linden or Linton Realty?

Jim,

Thanks for the contact info Jim.