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Ep. 87 - Blueprint to Buy: Start-to-Finish Real Estate Guide

Most “good” deals fall apart under real scrutiny, great deals survive it. We walk through a complete, real-world blueprint for finding, underwriting, financing, and operating investment properties in Northwest Arkansas, sharing the exact steps we use to source off-market opportunities, filter fast, and close with confidence. From direct-to-seller campaigns and broker relationships to the power of a clean reputation on social media, we show how serious investors build a steady pipeline by mastering one or two channels and broadcasting a clear buy box. The analysis section digs into the documents that matter, rent roll and T12, and how to verify them with bank statements, utility bills, and lease audits. We unpack expense benchmarks, property tax reassessment, and insurance volatility, then map out CapEx planning for roofs, HVACs, and mechanicals using real bids. You’ll hear how to model total return beyond cash-on-cash, when to prioritize IRR and equity multiple, and why rosy proformas without a renovation plan are a fast path to disappointment. We also share two-minute triage tips that help us kill weak deals on sight so we can go deep on winners. No deal closes without the right team. We highlight the lender’s role in creative terms, how to align with property managers on leasing and renewals, and the value of a strong title officer, attorney, insurance broker, CPA, and core trades. Then we break down the capital stack, clean JV splits, GP/LP roles, preferred returns, and when to avoid extra layers like mezz or pref equity. Finally, we share a practical closing checklist and the first 90-day plan for renovations, rent strategy, investor reporting, and course corrections. Subscribe, share with a friend who’s deal-hunting in NWA, and leave a review telling us which part of the blueprint you’ll apply first.