Even though we purchased the property at market price, I do see a lot of hidden value in it and after hearing you on podcast I think you might be the one we need to help us visualize the full potential of our property.

Cleaning, handyman, and the physical dynamics of the property management for reasonable rates.

New York offers such a dynamic market for that!

There are two idea I’m batting around in my head right now to get started on my REI journey – I can do it purely on the investing side and become a private lender or a source of hard money loans to builders/developers (maybe that looks like funding a construction loan collecting interest payments while buying time to better understand the dynamics and build relationships) or I can JV/partner with a builder and get equity (upside on a flip/sale) which would be more hands on.Curious what ya’ll input, what you think is the best route for me to dip my toes into REI given my aforementioned situation and current market.

Understand the West Texas market dynamics, such as transient workforces in towns like Midland, Odessa, or Lubbock, and research growth potential.

Sometimes the best deals are the ones that require a bit of vision.Don't hesitate to connect with local investors and maybe even consider exploring markets like Austin or Scottsdale down the line; they've been keeping me busy and have some interesting dynamics worth learning about.Feel free to reach out if you ever want to share stories or need a sounding board.

Do you use a dynamic pricing software like Pricelabs or Wheelhouse?

Coming from an artist/graphic designer background I have learned that its hard for people to visualize what the finish product might look like.

I was living in NOLA, and while not investing, I at least understood the dynamic.

I'm a visual learner