BRAND NEW (developed from the ground up and everything) brewery is opening on that bikeway the university has been pitching for years.I'm convinced that the university & city planners design the campus as a resort rather then an institution of higher learning.

In high-cost states like California and Hawaii, the middle-class threshold is $85K+, while states like West Virginia and Arkansas sit below $55K.As a financial planner, I urge families to benchmark their income against their state’s cost of living.

@Jarred Cline im not a financial planner, I don't eve really have enough context to direct you, but I can tell you from personal experience when I was young, and in the corporate world I basically cashed in one of my first 401Ks to purchase our first home. 

They appear to be financial planners.

We’d be so grateful for any advice from folks who’ve dealt with similar lots, flag lot challenges, or zoning in the Dallas/Irving area.Any suggestions on:Who to talk to (land planners, local builders, zoning consultants)?

Real worth lies in tangible assets like land, mineral rights, energy production, and decentralized stores of value like crypto that can’t be artificially inflated or diluted by central planners or corporate boards.If you were to take the company Apple and base their stock off of actual earnings or the earnings per share, it would be worth around 6$.

We have an appointment with a financial advisor/planner?

I'd recommend a mix of facebook, nextdoor ads, talking to catering companies, event planners in person. creating strong social media presence.

Here are a few tips to help you streamline the process:- Double-check local building codes early- Prepare clear 2D and 3D plans for submissions- Communicate early with city planners to avoid surprisesFeel free to ask me questions about permits, drawings, or how to avoid common pitfalls.

You’ll want to consult an attorney or estate planner who’s experienced in generational wealth planning to:Set up a revocable or irrevocable trustCreate operating agreements that define how profits are distributed among householdsEnsure clear succession and tax advantages for your heirsBRRRR vs Turnkey in Today’s MarketBRRRR can still work, but with higher interest rates, compressed margins, and limited inventory, it’s more competitive and riskier if you're remote or not experienced in construction/project management.Turnkey rentals may be a better fit for your goals:Properties are already renovated, tenant-ready, and managedPredictable cash flow from day oneCan be scaled over time without as many moving partsHow to Use the $500K Strategically:Put 20–25% down on 4–6 turnkey homes (~$100–120K each)Keep reserves for CapEx, emergencies, and future opportunitiesOptionally, cash purchase 2–3 properties for max monthly incomeRefinance or 1031 exchange as equity buildsIf you'd like examples of markets or property types that fit this plan, happy to share!