We've developed some steep lots and there's some things I wish I had known!

Are you still developing your app?

Hey BP,This is for my land developers or new construction builders.

These would not be formal (insured and bonded) contractors, but rather individuals assisting with tasks such as sheathing, moving materials, site cleanup, painting a fence, holding a surveying rod, and similar work - no experience required.I can find those people around - neighbor’s adult child looking to earn some money on weekends or other individuals who are available and willing to work.

That classification is determined during permitting and can materially affect how the property can be operated.If you’re counting on STR income, confirm the intended unit classification with a land use consultant or Development Services early.

Hi Hunter, if you are so inclined it would be worth considering starting part time with tradesmen to get a feel for renovations, repairs and develop skills that will benefit you later.

Hi BiggerPockets community My name is Jay Toluganti, and I’m a real estate investor and operator based in Florida, actively investing both locally and in a few Midwest and Northeast markets.I started my real estate journey a few years ago and have since built an operator-focused business across multiple strategies, including:📍 Vacant land acquisitions, primarily sourcing infill lots for home builders🏗️ Supporting builders with 185+ lot acquisitions, contributing to 1M+ sq ft of residential development🏠 Single-family rehabs & cosmetic flips💰 Working with private and self-directed IRA lenders on structured, asset-backed dealsMy background is in engineering and management (corporate roles in India and the U.S.), so I’m underwriting-driven and very systems-oriented.

If you want to invest in a real estate development, don’t give your money to the mailman who “has a great deal”.

Do you know anything about the original developer, Prime Homes? 

The more I dig in, the more I realize how much nuance there is in this asset class — and how little high‑quality information exists compared to multifamily, self‑storage, or MHPs.I’ve learned a lot from operators who are willing to share what’s worked (and what hasn’t), and I’d love to connect with more people who are actively running parks, developing them, or expanding portfolios.If you’re an RV park owner, operator, or someone who’s built one from scratch, I’d appreciate the chance to compare notes.