Sometimes the best play is changing the game altogether.Thank you for this @Joey Banasihan.

Scope of improvements included:Full interior updates: new flooring, interior paint, lighting, granite countertops, and updated appliancesAddition of high-demand short-term rental amenities: game rooms, custom bunk beds, hot tubs, swimming pools, and putting greensProfessional interior design and full furnishing to optimize guest experience and nightly ratesThese improvements were executed with the objective of maximizing long-term performance, increasing appraised value, and creating differentiated offerings within the Hot Springs vacation rental market.Refinance & Financial PerformanceUpon completion of renovations, we partnered with a local commercial lender to refinance the portfolio.Combined appraised value (ARV): $2,601,000Approved loan amount: $2,200,000 (cash-out refinance)After retiring the hard money loan, the transaction resulted in a net cash return of $300,470.51, which represents $118,181.09 more than our original down payment—effectively removing all invested capital from the project.TimelineThe full cycle—from acquisition through renovation and refinance—was completed in 174 days.OutcomeThe result is a portfolio of three fully renovated, amenity-rich lakefront properties, each now positioned to perform as premium short-term rentals with strong long-term appreciation potential.

Looking for a game plan and general advicePurchased four homes on foreclosure auction.I have a landscaping business; and I got a line of credit loan to invest in one property with the idea of moving my business to said location.

That real-time insight must be a game-changer.

It would be greatly appreciated if someone who has gone through something like this before could share what they used to make the decision to move to the area they’re investing in.I appreciate the help,EvanHey Evan, welcome to BP and props to you for getting ahead of the game while you’re still in school—that’s a smart move.

Build a smart game plan now.Let’s talk about how you can structure a deal, manage risk, and get started in today’s market.Will Rogers said it best: "Don't wait to buy real estate.

Quote from @Erik Estrada: Quote from @Jason Wray: Erik,I am not sure and would never talk in a bad way about any business unless I used them but in the last 8 months I have had several customers reach out to fix what they could not accomplish on really basic overlay issues.I have been seeing a lot of these other AI type LOS type companies drop the ball during the electronic Approve U style 1003/1008 deals that lack typical DU/LP findings.Back in the day we would target this type of company data to reach out and either help on the 6-12 month refinance or the aged leads.   

If you have referrals, experience, or are open to connecting, please feel free to reach out.Looking forward to connecting with you all! 

Many first time homebuyers struggle to have any skin in the game in the first place.

I will be adding a loft in one of the bedrooms, pavers on the outside patio area to relax, grill and play games.