Last year it grossed about $950k — not $1.5M — but we believe revenue can climb because: delivery/pickup was underbuilt (we’re using owner.com to rebuild the web/app funnel and improve online presentation),we’re using Uber drivers for a ~15-mile delivery radius,alcohol sales were only 1–3% previously because there wasn’t a real bar setup (and minimal visibility that alcohol was even a thing),the new location has a better guest experience + outdoor seating.  

Looking forward to interacting with you all learning together. 

We personally track almost everything in Google Sheets and focus more on social media and email interaction since it's easier for us to see what the VA is saying to people and give direct feedback on what to improve.

Successful operators maximize offseason programming (events, summer activities) to stabilize cash flow.Waterpark ResortsWhat defines them:Waterpark resorts include indoor or outdoor aquatic facilities of at least 10,000 square feet, featuring slides, pools, and interactive attractions designed to drive demand.Investor considerations:• Family-oriented demand with strong repeat visitation• Indoor parks can reduce seasonality• Water attractions significantly boost length of stay and ancillary spendKey risks:• Substantial upfront construction and mechanical costs• Ongoing safety, staffing, and maintenance requirements• Higher insurance and operational oversightInvestor takeaway:Waterpark resorts function as entertainment-anchored hospitality assets.

Mentorship typically requires personal interaction and is based done face to face

She taught herself web design and had a web design company for awhile.

Or Spider Web. 

These lenders don't interact with the borrower directly, so wholesale lenders offer lower-overhead, competitive, and usually specialized loan products.

You are learning:• How experienced investors think• What questions lenders ask• How operators structure deals• What mistakes people openly admit toThat pattern recognition transfers to any market.You do not need value to “offer” yetAs a beginner, your value is curiosity and follow through.Most new people show up once and disappear.If you show up consistently, ask intelligent questions, and follow up one on one, that alone separates you.If you move often, think role-based networkingInstead of market based networking, connect by role:• Investor operators• Property managers• Lenders• Agents who work with investors• Out of state investorsThese relationships can exist anywhere.Online networking works if done intentionallyRandom Facebook scrolling is not networking.Targeted interaction is.You can:• Join investor focused groups in 2 or 3 markets you are considering• Reach out to active landlords on BiggerPockets• DM operators and ask specific, thoughtful questions• Set short 15 minute calls with people 1 to 3 steps ahead of youMost investors are surprisingly open if you are respectful of their time.Pick a short list of marketsYour bigger issue is not networking.

I have personally interacted with this company via text messages after hitting the “contact seller” button.