The team seems knowledgeable in STR space vs path of progress.

Quote from @Rosa Watson: When you’re evaluating a property management company, what matters most to you?

Specifically:- Estimating cash flow- Evaluating long-term appreciation potential- Understanding neighborhood demographics- Estimating renovation costsI’m working on a tool where:- You paste a Zillow link.The system uses AI to:- Analyze cash flow potential via Rentometer rents- Predict appreciation based on historical trends- Break down local demographic dataGoal: Automate the time-consuming parts of deal analysis and help investors screen properties faster. 

Quote from @Corey Metzinger: Hi BiggerPockets — I’m Corey, a Pittsburgh-based real estate professional with a background in multifamily operations and extensive experience across single-family and small-multifamily transactions.My focus is full-cycle real estate—from deal evaluation and market analysis to execution, operations, and long-term portfolio strategy.

Great topic — ground-up projects can produce strong margins, but execution risk is where many investors get caught off guard.From the builder/developer side, the biggest challenges we consistently see are:1️⃣ Site Work UnknownsFill, compaction, drainage, and soil conditions can shift budgets quickly — especially in markets where lot conditions vary significantly.2️⃣ Utilities & Impact FeesWater/sewer access, well/septic requirements, and local impact fees are often underestimated during underwriting.3️⃣ Environmental FactorsProtected species, wetlands, and flood elevation requirements can affect both timelines and build costs.4️⃣ Permit TimelinesApproval periods — particularly when civil or environmental reviews are involved — can extend holding costs beyond initial projections.5️⃣ Builder Execution CapacityProject success often comes down to the operator’s systems, trade relationships, and cycle times — not just the numbers on paper.Because of these hurdles, we’re seeing more investors lean toward ready-to-build projects — where feasibility, plans, and permitting are already in progress or completed — as a way to reduce entitlement risk and shorten timelines.Ground-up can be extremely rewarding, but the upfront diligence and execution planning are what ultimately determine outcomes.Always happy to compare notes with other investors and builders working through similar projects.

Quote from @David Tang: We’re evaluating a property that is a legal 2-unit with an in-law suite and would appreciate feedback from those who’ve dealt with similar setups.Current conditions:Legal 2 units + finished in-law suiteOnly 2 gas meters currentlyIn-law ceiling height is approx. 6’2”In-law already has a kitchen, bathroom, and bedroomNo dedicated heating or cooling for the in-law unit at the momentWhat we’re considering:Installing central air / HVAC for all 3 unitsPotentially adding a 3rd gas meterLooking for insight on:Code and permitting considerations (especially around ceiling height)Pros/cons of tying the in-law into shared HVAC vs separate systemsWhether adding a 3rd gas meter is typically worth it (cost vs rentability/value)Red flags you’ve run into with in-law units from a resale, appraisal, or inspection standpointWould love to hear from anyone who’s rehabbed, owned, or sold properties with in-law units — especially in older buildings.Thanks in advance.Was the in-law apt legal AND done with permits when done?

’m actively evaluating a vacant land opportunity in Waco and before moving forward I want to make sure I’m aligned with the actual buyer demand.I’m specifically looking to connect with:DevelopersBuildersLand investorswho are currently buying or entitling land in or around Waco.My goal is to understand:What types of lots are movingWhat zoning / use cases are most attractiveWhat price points make sense for an end buyer todayIf you’re active in this market (or have recent experience), I’d love to hear from you.

If you're evaluating buy-and-hold opportunities or refining your portfolio strategy, these areas are worth a closer look. 

Great for evaluating a purchase, then you never open them again.Nothing connected the two.

Especially for out-of-area screening, portfolio comparisons, or brokers/investors evaluating multiple sites quickly.I also agree BP’s core audience is rental-focused, not entitlement-driven developers.