Hi Sarah, A "good" Ground Up pro forma should be structured to identify the key inputs as variables that can easily be changed in isolation or in combination to report information that is pertinent to the project and its Stakeholders (Investment Partners and Developer).The central reported elements should include project performance predicated on a Merchant Build (Build and sell one year from rent up or sell out) AND based on an inferred holding period as well as provide a short but comprehensive Cost Recap (Total Project Cost for Land-On and Off Site Cost, Hard cost (slab up), Soft Cost and Cost of Capital (Financing costs and fees).

@Brandon Hall recently published a very comprehensive article on the real estate professional status you might want to check out.

There are so many so be sure to filter by your location. 4) Review this comprehensive 64 page deck on the state of the 2023 housing market for real estate investors put together by Dave Meyer and available for all BiggerPockets members.5) Consider meeting with a few agents in your area even if you are just getting started!

oh dude- I'm right with you- BP is exceptional & comprehensive! 

Our letter explained:"Who We Are":  Introduction of ourselves, our occupations and the reason for our application for SUP in Campbell County."

Hello everyone! I am new to the website but I have been a viewer for a long time, I've also wanted to get into real estate for a long time. I just moved to the Pea Ridge Arkansas area for work and I don't know anyone,...

This is a very comprehensive list, good work @Wale Lawal 

I always like to compare the banks to Renovo so let me know if you want an introduction to Eric Workman there. 

There are so many so be sure to filter by your location. 4) Review this comprehensive 64 page deck on the state of the 2023 housing market (in your resource page as a member of BiggerPockets!)

@Randy SmithWe always focus on educating our investors on the the pay structure and the investment itselfThe more transparent you are, simpler terms and comprehension from investors the better off you will beAlso when looking at a pref, is it truly a pref?