Lately, I’ve been thinking less about finding “the perfect deal” and more about building the right skill set to thrive no matter what the market throws at us.Here’s why:Interest rates are still unpredictable.Inventory is rising in some markets, tightening in others.Distressed properties are popping up — but not everywhere.It feels like we’re entering a phase where the investors who succeed aren’t just the ones who find opportunities — it’s those who know how to create them.That might mean:Getting creative with financing structuresUnderstanding local zoning and tax strategies better than everBuilding relationships to uncover off-market leadsKnowing how to manage risk when a property has multiple challengesThe more I talk to experienced investors, the more I hear the same thing: the ones who are thriving right now are less dependent on the “perfect market conditions” and more focused on adapting their playbook.I’m curious — do you think we’re in a time where skills matter more than deals, or are the fundamentals of location and timing still king?

Hi folks, after spending time on learning about most strategies, I am locked-in on BRRRR. First time real estate investor living in NJ and would do HELOC for financing initial deal. Have few questions to all experts h...

There are tax benefits for both but the benefits are differentThe tax benefits of having a personal residence are potentially deducting property taxes and mortgage interest.

For example, handling short-term rentals during rehab phases, or managing tenants in properties held temporarily before resale.Has anyone here used property management as part of a flip strategy?

Flexible Exit Options – We align on either a build-to-sell model (targeting 1.5×–1.7× equity multiple over 30–36 months) or a phased exit where lots are sold in tranches to builders.For the Pueblo deal specifically, the numbers look like this:Buy-Out of 75% Ownership Estimated Cost $500,000 Sewer & Water Infrastructure Estimated Cost $1,000,000 Lot Development (240 lots) Estimated Cost $11,360,000 Vertical Construction (Homes) Estimated Cost $53,280,000 Total Project Cost $66,140,000 Projected Return Gross Sales $88,800,000 Net Profit $17,060,000 Investor/Builder Share (60%) $10,236,000 Sponsor/Silent Partner Share (40%) $6,824,000 Timeline 30–36 months Target Equity Multiple 1.5×–1.7× Implied IRR ~22–28%As for turning overlooked parcels into community-driven projects, I start by asking: What story does this land want to tell?

This property may not qualify for tax benefits.

If your income is under $150,000, you may be able to deduct up to $25,000 of rental losses, though this phases out as income rises, and if you qualify as a real estate professional for tax purposes, the limits are different and you may be able to use all of your losses.

Do they include energy tax benefits within their study?

The program shrinks from 7,800 zones to 6,300, tightens income thresholds from 80% to 70% of median family income, and eliminates the "contiguous tract" rule that let benefits creep into affluent areas.Houston emerges as the clear winner with 631 eligible tracts—a fivefold increase that represents 21% of all Texas zones.

phase one of the business plan has been implemented.