How do you build trust and rapport?

Again, not necessarily easy, but possible.Beyond that, it is networking and building your presence. 

They really couldn’t look at the affordability problem and then the requirement to spend more on building with sustainability in mind and see the conflict?  

I use it to save time, filter out irrelevant leads, and get a head start on building my list.

With your deep background in commercial real estate across both public and private sectors, you’re in a strong position to identify opportunities most newer investors would miss — especially during uncertain market conditions.Your hands-on experience will also give you an edge in analyzing properties, navigating financing, and building relationships.

I use it to save time, filter out irrelevant leads, and get a head start on building my list.

Here's how it breaks down, including the tax impact:Real Property (39-year assets): This includes the building itself and qualifies for full deferral under a 1031 exchange.

Possibly, if you can build for under 500k, but that is a fairly complext project for a noobie. 600sqft is tiny for an apartment; your rents will be limited by the size.

BiggerPockets’ forums and their book The Book on Wholesaling Real Estate by Jamil Damji and Pace Morby is also a great starting point.REI Meetups: Check out NY-area real estate meetups and REI clubs (NYC Real Estate Investors Association, Meetup.com) — there you’ll find classes, mentors, and networking opportunities.Practice Talking to Sellers & Buyers: Even before you have a deal, practice analyzing properties, cold-calling, and building your buyer’s list.Start small, stay consistent, and focus on learning one piece at a time — you’ll gain confidence faster than you think.

Quote from @Harry Cuper: Hello everyone, I’m actively working on acquiring strong real estate investment opportunities and currently building partnerships with investors and private lenders who are looking for solid cash-flowing deals.