This will be area specific. 

I would encourage you to learn the market you plan to invest in now and to continue to learn about the different methods of investing.

By tackling them early on, you minimize the risk of missing critical dates.In my experience, closing a deal within a specific timeframe requires meticulous planning.

If you plan to resell, I think it's wise to discuss with seller in advance and that way the lien on the property can be transferred to second buyer, but you can continue to make payments at the former schedule etc.

Sharing your goals can help others provide more specific advice! 

They might have insights on specific zip codes or pitfalls to avoid. https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521

Do you have any specific goals for 2025 that we can help you with?

Are you planning on staying in that area?

It's all about building trust and relationships, and in the long run, that will pay off way more than just trying to squezze a specific deal.

I was planning on doing a BRRR.