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Colton T. Best Use Ideas for a Small Commercial Infill Lot (Behind Retail)
9 January 2026 | 2 replies
It’s not true frontage, but access is solid and surrounding uses are mostly neighborhood retail, entertainment, and service businesses.Zoning: Commercial / PD (flexible, but vague)I’m thinking through highest and best use for a site like this—especially uses that:Don’t rely heavily on street frontageBenefit from nearby retail activityBenefit from proximity to the highwayWork well on smaller infill parcelsEarly-stage ideas so far:Medical or service-based commercialSmall flex / light industrial / contractor-style spaceAppointment-based uses (fitness, childcare, training, etc.)Other creative infill concepts I may be overlookingWould love input on:Uses you’ve seen work well—or fail on similar rear-located commercial sites of this sizeWhat you’d underwrite first if this were your dealAppreciate any real-world examples, lessons learned, or contrarian takes.
Melanie P. Arbor Realty Trust - Slumdog Milionaires?
3 February 2026 | 7 replies
Agarwal has promoted the idea of crowdfunding real estate which is basically how Nitya Capital operates.
Nick Copland Do You Self-Manage or Hire Help?
26 January 2026 | 2 replies
We can do basic maintenance... door knobs, paint, ceiling fans, re-wiring an outlet, etc.  
Sade Pres Flip vs hold - how do you decide
10 February 2026 | 12 replies
We used a basic format, but each sheet was highly customized for each property.Already know based on your market/criteria?
Jacob Bochonok Good investment to keep and rent?
9 February 2026 | 12 replies
@Bo Smith yes I would use a property manager Background: the military gives a basic housing allowance (BAH) that is adjusted each year based on locality.
Ashton Smith What is your process when bringing on a new owner/property as a PM?
5 February 2026 | 9 replies
That gives us an accurate snapshot of the current condition and confirms the home is compliant with local property code and safety requirements.From an admin and risk standpoint, we make sure all the basics are locked in:Verify ownershipProper insurance in place with us listed appropriatelyGate codes, alarm access, utilities, warranties, HOA infoFully executed PMA and tax documentsEqually important is setting expectations upfront with the owner.
Dave Harlan Putting together a buyers list
27 January 2026 | 13 replies
If you have a deal under contract, you can post the property photos and basic deal information (no address) and if it's a great deal you'll have 8-10 people asking for more information depending on the area you're in.
Jesse A. Nieto Need opinions on handymen.
6 February 2026 | 15 replies
The bar is weirdly low on basics like showing up and finishing, so if you can do that you already stand out.Weekend only is not a deal killer if you position it right.
Pedro Guillen Is a 600 sq ft 2/1 too small for a Rental?
30 January 2026 | 11 replies
Both are basically just the same issues you'd have with any other property.
Matthew Davis Young Sales Person out of College
12 February 2026 | 26 replies
Sometimes a duplex that needs paint and flooring gets overlooked by other buyers, but the numbers work if you can handle basic rehab.