I would tell myself - 1) Do not always buy food, clothes, shoes, junk, etc.

I really appreciate the way you laid this out—lots of good food for thought.I’ll admit, I get a little nervous about making big investments.

Throughout the area, many residents love the lively music and arts scene, robust food culture and eclectic vibe, where diversity is celebrated.

I know a California investor who's investing in NNN properties in the Midwest and South, specifically commercial spaces for fast food, coffee shops and medical offices.

We also keep dog bowls for food and water, extra blankets, leashes, and waste bags on hand so guests don’t have to pack as much.

Free food, free booze, and a bunch of investors, contractors, and agents.

It might have 7 or 8 shops in a very dense neighborhood, without much competition. 

Their claims include:Mold and old food around stoveMold on wallsBlood stains, dead insects, dust throughoutDirty stove/microwave, bathroom unsanitaryWindows unclean with missing/damaged screensGeneral filth, unswept floorsShowerhead replacement neededThey are demanding deep cleaning, mold remediation, replacement of window screens, painting, etc. and state they will withhold rent until this is completed.

Hey BP community,I’m active in rural and small-town New Hampshire development, focusing on commercial infill and raw land plays that most overlook.We’re not chasing massive multifamily or dense urban rehabs; we’re building value where there’s real need:➡️ Flexible zoning➡️ Minimal competition➡️ Reasonable permitting timelines➡️ Strong upside on build-to-hold or build-to-sellProjects range from contractor bays to custom rural lots, all with a focus on low overhead, fast turnaround, and value-add from the dirt up.

And just for context, I am looking out-of-state, but also started looking in-state, but opportunities look a little different in WA state and would be more rural/less dense areas versus the Puget Sound (which is Greater Seattle metro).