#383: Why I’m Building Properties, NOT Buying (Build-to-Rent 101)

⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://www.coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ 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. 📋 Coach's Free Construction Plans & Draw Spreadsheet: https://www.coachcarson.com/newbuild/ 📄 Show Notes: https://www.coachcarson.com/buildtorent/ 🎬 Timestamps: 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) 🔗 Connect with Eric:  • Email: [email protected] • Website: https://ericnewton.com/ -------------------------- ⚒️ Get my FREE Real Estate Investor Toolkit: https://www.coachcarson.com/toolkit-pod 🖥️ Learn with Coach (Courses, Books & more): https://www.CoachCarson.com  👋 Connect with Me: 📸 https://www.instagram.com/coachchadcarson   👍 https://www.facebook.com/coachchadcarson   🐦 https://twitter.com/CoachChadCarson 💰 DealMachine – Software to help you buy more real estate deals: https://www.coachcarson.com/dealmachine