You’re not stuck, you’re just missing the deal conversion framework. Sourcing isn’t the business. Controlling and closing is. Here’s the exact formula I’d use if I were starting again: 1. Filter hard (kill 80% of deals) Only keep deals that clearly work: BMV (20%+ below market) or Strong cashflow (R2R/R2SA that actually leaves margin) No margin = no deal. 2. Lock into ONE lane Pick one: BMV, R2R, or R2SA. Generalists stay stuck. Specialists get paid. 3. Build buyers FIRST Speak to 5–10 investors and get their exact criteria. Now you’re not guessing, you’re matching deals to demand. 4. Control the deal Never just forward info. Call the agent/vendor and position yourself: “I’ve got ready buyers, can I bring a serious offer?” Your goal = access, agreement, or first position. 5. Package like a pro Send investors a clean deal breakdown: price, comps, strategy, ROI, and why it’s a no-brainer. Make it easy to say yes

@Kan Vas Great mindset, that’s exactly how it works in the beginning. Appreciate the follow as well, Easiest way is to connect directly so I can share a few things that’ll help you structure your first steps properly. Here you go: +1 8732761538 and I’ll take you through it.

@Kan Vas Sounds good I’ve got some availability tomorrow, just message me when you’re free and we’ll lock in a time that works. Looking forward to it

Welcome, you’re definitely in the right place. @Sally Blake What are you looking to achieve with AFL?

@Sally Blake Love that, that’s exactly the right foundation. For me, it’s been a mix of learning practical strategy while also being around people who actually take action, which makes a huge difference when it comes to confidence and consistency. What part of AFL are you most focused on improving right now?

Strong brief, you’re clearly targeting a serious scheme here. For a former @Devon White commercial in Zones 2/3 with £6M+ GDV, the key isn’t just finding a surveyor/architect, it’s aligning them early on viability and planning feasibility before you burn time on design. What tends to unlock these faster is: - A planning-focused architect (not just technical drawings, but someone who understands PD vs full planning routes in London boroughs) - A measured surveyor who can quickly verify constraints (boundaries, access, structural limitations) In deals like this, the biggest risk usually isn’t design, it’s planning assumptions not stacking up. Curious, what’s your intended strategy here (change of use, extension, or full redevelopment)?

@Concetta Casella This sounds like a solid opportunity, especially if the numbers stack and the conversion angle is viable. One thing I’ve seen with commercial-to-resi projects is that the upside often sits in how well you navigate planning permission, change-of-use, and layout efficiency rather than just the purchase price. Things like unit mix, natural light access, and compliance (fire regs, access, etc.) can make or break the profitability. Also worth factoring in: build costs vs GDV spread, and whether there’s room to refinance Tell me, what’s the current planning status on the building, and have you run initial numbers on potential unit yield vs conversion costs yet?