We’re in the last month of the year, and a lot of new investors are setting goals for 2026.But before you jump into deal hunting, there’s one move I always recommend to beginners right now:Use December to get your foundation in place.Most new investors wait until they find a property to get organized — and that’s why they end up overwhelmed later.December is actually the perfect time to slow down and set yourself up the right way.Here are three small things you can do this month that will make your entire first year easier:1.

Maybe I am a bit biased as Bandon Dunes Golf Resort is in my backyard and the Disneyworld of Golf - but it seems that in the past five years the sport has exploded in popularity and the numbers back it up? 

Get every invoice and receipt organized before your refinance.Your lender and your CPA will thank you.Trying to rebuild a rehab budget six months later is miserable and expensive.3.

IF YOU READ THIST POST Unfortuantly, after chatting to a lot of my Bigger Pockets peeps, and people within the Boostly Community most hosts are completely unprepared for what’s about to hit them.This isn’t hype — this is how every major global sporting event plays out.

A lot of people underestimate how fast online trust is formed.Before a seller or buyer even talks to you, they’re quietly evaluating your digital presence in a few seconds.Here’s where most people lose them:Slow-loading pagesUnclear headline (what market you work, what deals you do)No clear next stepNo reviews, deal examples, or credibility signalsInconsistent profiles across platformsNothing here requires fancy marketing, it’s mostly clarity, speed, and consistency.Those small digital details make someone feel,“Okay… this person looks organized and legit.”And in this market, that comfort goes a long way.

For example, under the “Refrigerator” column, the following information is typically stored for each unit: Manufacturer Model Number Serial Number Color/Finish Purchase Date Warranty Status/ExpirationThis structure keeps all key data organized, easily accessible, and tied directly to the individual rental property.

Legislators understand where the economic engine is.It also helps that the first $100 million was deployed cleanly—no waste, no drama—so the city walks back into the Capitol with real credibility.This year’s request focuses on building momentum:– Converting vacant downtown buildings into productive space– Upgrading the Belvedere and Convention Center corridor– Advancing LouMed– Improving the Waterfront Amphitheater– Building a modern regional first-responder training campus– Transforming Jefferson Memorial Forest into a meaningful outdoor destination– Expanding sports-tourism facilities that drive steady visitor trafficHousing is another major pillar.

., and because of that, the demand from homeowners, designers, and contractors has been growing faster than we expected.This week we completed another project and learned a few things that might be useful for those working in renovation or home services:🔹 Stretch ceilings allow installation without demolition🔹 Jobs are usually done in 1 day🔹 Perfect for modern interiors, LED lighting, and high-moisture areas🔹 Strong margin business if the workflow is organized properlyWe’re currently building systems for:• faster installs• standardized materials• predictable pricing• and a scalable model for multiple citiesI’d love to hear from:— contractors— business owners— entrepreneurs who scaled niche construction services— or anyone who tested new-home-service models in the U.S. marketWhat challenges did you face when growing into new cities?

Always helpful to see how others are organizing DD to keep capital moving.Thanks again!

I'm using the heck out of virtual accounts and virtual cards, which is helping keep my finances much more organized for each individual property.