If you are not building/rehabbing in locations that can easily absorb today’s construction costs, focus on assets where operational tweaks can generate revenue.

Hey BP community 👋I’m based in Chattanooga, TN, and I’m looking to connect with investors focused on Short-Term Rentals (STRs) and event venues—especially those seeking unique or underutilized properties with upside potential.Over the past few months, I’ve come across several off-market deals in and around Chattanooga that I passed on at the time, but I’m realizing they could be perfect fits for STR or event-focused investors.

When I'm evaluating MF opportunities, I’m focused on:• Rent demand, job growth, and the local supply pipeline• Expense ratios compared to market norms• Break-even occupancy and how conservative the underwriting is• How the deal performs under downside scenarios (flat rents, higher expenses, cap rate expansion)Multifamily is predictable.

He is an investor and investor focused realtor and probably helps most all investors on the BiggerPockets forums, purchase in these areas.

I have taken off next week to focus on the getting my receipts in order and establishing an efficient process to use going forward.

What areas or strategies are you currently focusing on in Philly?

Since you’re already diving into podcasts and videos, I’d suggest also focusing on building local connections and understanding the numbers in your own market.

Just make sure you have leads because his program is focused on acquisitions primarily.

When nothing in our Buy Box presented itself by the end of that year, we elected to focus on savings and remain patient.

With full financial support in place, Jason was able to focus on managing the rehab and preparing the home for resale.