You can’t beat some of these concessions from New construction builders! 

Are your target properties in flood zones?

From my experience, the best first step is to start building relationships with local investors, agents, and property managers in the market you’re targeting.

Items like paint, new flooring, maybe new windows will not get you close.  2) high value areas.  

Your numbers line up well here: plenty of 3/1 and 3/2 single-families in stable, rent-friendly areas that can stay under your $90K all-in target and hit that $1,100+ rent mark.A couple things to keep in mind in Memphis:Neighborhood selection is key.

Divide the number of people on your list by 20 - and that’s how many you want to try to target daily.Whether you get ahold of them or leave a vm, use 1-3 of the above triggers for referrals.Why only 1-3 off the list per contact?

The lot is under contract with a closing target in approximately one month.I am looking for recommendations on the most efficient ways to connect with spec home lenders.

Hello Everyone,I am new to BiggerPockets and excited to connect with like-minded investors.

I’d be happy to connect, share strategies, and introduce you to other investors in the New England area.Looking forward to connecting!

You’re asking all the right questions — deal-finding and knowing what to focus on during a purchase really make a difference for new investors.One thing I’ve noticed with beginners is that having a system for quickly evaluating deals and knowing where to spend your time is what separates those who move fast from those who get stuck.