With AI tools and tech being more accessible to the average Joe, most of the ones doing 10+ flips a year have a VA doing agent outreach, they're running Facebook ads, or texting/cold calling campaigns. 

Also, Pilsen is notorious for being lower in elevation, and sometimes some of those basement units have water issues....so double check to make sure the building is water-tight.

Practice your cold calls without the noise of heavy competition.Tighten your CRM.

. - All utilities included (except internet, water, and pellets for the pellet stove)- Comes with private sauna- Comes with Private Gym- Comes with shared in ground swimming pool- Comes with wrap around porch- Comes with jetted soaking tub in the primary bathroom.- Partially furnished (everything except living room and primary bedroom)- Comes with property managementTo put it bluntly, the rent being charged is higher than your average consumer can afford... $6,500/month to be exact.When I think of who might be able to afford a rental like this.

taxes are estimated to be 412 Monthly Insurance 133 monthly Property management fee 125 a month Quarterly Water 125 a month Vacancy 5% 2900x0.05 145 per month Repairs 7% is 203 a month Capx 5% 145All combined puts me at 1288.

Even if bought below market value, one major capital expense—like a roof or water service line—can erase all perceived equity.

Door knocking, mailers, and cold calls.

I have it listed at 1300/ month with water included.

As the tenant moved in the first week like 5 things pop up ( leaks/ Water heater not working and several other small things) the total was 800$ i found a local guy to repair them but his labor plus trip charges and parts are racking up, and hes cutting us a deal because his per trip charge is $125 Range.

Hey BP,I’m reviewing an infill lot in the Spartanburg SC area and wanted some local insight from builders or investors active in the Upstate.Basic details:• Sierra Rd area• ~7,350 sq ft• Public water/sewer at street• No HOA• Several new builds nearby in the $260k–$265k range• Needs clearing/gradingI posted the full breakdown in a Classifieds listing per BP rules, but I’d love to hear from anyone familiar with recent new-build activity in this pocket or who has experience building in this part of Spartanburg.Thanks for any feedback.