#383: Why I'm Building Properties, NOT Buying (Build-to-Rent 101)
#383: Why I'm Building Properties, NOT Buying (Build-to-Rent 101)  
Podcast: Real Estate Investing with Coach Carson
Published On: Mon Feb 10 2025
Description: ⭐ Get my coaching & community to achieve financial freedom → https://www.coachcarson.com/rpm-pod-ep383   📋 Coach's Free Construction Plans & Draw Spreadsheet: https://www.coachcarson.com/plan-podcast-ep383   ▶️ Next Video: How to Analyze a Duplex Rental Property (Real Life Example) https://youtu.be/MPbuwBH_ZDo?si=zufxp_BYIBPyQxmm EPISODE NOTES: 🎬 Topics Covered: 00:00 - My new construction deal   01:40 - Unique features of the property   03:40 - Density and understanding zoning regulations   04:08 - Calculating potential lot yield   06:09 - Ideal characteristics of a development property   09:48 - Strategies for acquiring lots in older subdivisions   14:35 - Process for obtaining building permits   18:19 - Role of engineers in the development process   20:40 - Different methods of funding land development   24:20 - Valuing a plot of land   28:44 - How to choose a new construction house design   32:25 - FREE resources on construction plans   33:32 - Managing subcontractors and project timelines   36:56 - Financial breakdown of the project   46:41 - How to analyze a rental property (real life example)   🎙️ Episode #383 - I always talk about buying rental properties, but what about building them? Eric and I break down our latest project in Seneca, SC - how we identified prime land, tackled zoning challenges, and financed a build-to-rent strategy.   📄 Show Notes: https://www.coachcarson.com/buildtorent/   🔗 Connect with Eric:  Email: Eric@ericnewton.com Website: https://ericnewton.com/   ADDITIONAL RESOURCES  💵 Need Investor-Friendly Financing? This is who I trust → https://www.coachcarson.com/bryan   💰 DealMachine – Software to help you buy more real estate deals:  https://www.coachcarson.com/dealmachine-YT