Understanding Properties in Schedule 1: A Comprehensive Guide
Schedule 1 presents players with two distinct categories of properties aimed at enhancing gameplay: operating establishments for production and illicit businesses for money laundering. This guide delves into the different types of properties you can acquire, the essentials of managing your businesses, and strategic considerations for expansion.
As you progress in the game, you’ll find it imperative to invest in various properties, as space can rapidly become a constraint when expanding your inventory. The properties also come with specific limits on employee capacity and laundering capabilities, making advance planning critical for maximizing your operations.
The Motel Room and Sweatshop: Your Starting Point
Short-Term Locations
Your initial properties include the motel and the sweatshop, both of which must be purchased in cash directly from the owners—making them unique compared to other transactions at Ray’s Real Estate. Though these locations are modest, they provide a foundation for building a customer base and generating income.
To acquire the motel, you can collect enough cash by visiting designated dead drops directed by Uncle Nelson. This allows you to secure Room #1, which not only offers space for a few plants but also serves as beneficial storage as you unlock a dealer in the adjacent area.
The sweatshop, located above the Chinese restaurant Fat Dragon, becomes available through a quest. At a cost of $800, this property is conveniently situated near customer hotspots, facilitating your early business operations. You simply need to approach the restaurant’s management to finalize this acquisition.
Employee Capacity in the Bungalow
Your Initial Expansion
The next logical step is to invest in the bungalow, priced at $6,000. This property marks a significant upgrade since it features a loading bay, facilitating streamlined deliveries from suppliers, thus reducing the need for manual procurement of supplies.
The bungalow accommodates up to five employees, a practical beginning for your expanding empire. However, fitting five individuals can be cumbersome given the limited space and bed requirements, prompting a need for continued investment in additional properties as your operations evolve.
Elevating Business with The Barn
Increased Space and Workforce
Your following acquisition will likely be the barn, which costs $25,000. This property significantly expands your operational capabilities and storage capacity, featuring two loading bays for efficient deliveries. Notably, you can hire up to 10 employees, alleviating the workload and improving product availability.
The Warehouse: Your Final Acquisition
The Capstone of Your Property Collection
Finally, the Docks Warehouse, priced at $50,000, offers ample space for your operations. Similar to the barn, it can employ 10 workers and supports two delivery bays; however, it lacks running water. To cultivate plants at this location, purchasing Pot Sprinklers is necessary for seamless automation of your farming processes.
Having acquired all available properties in Schedule 1, you’ll likely find opportunities to purchase additional businesses throughout the game. Currently, raised expectations for future updates and property additions promise to enrich gameplay further, ensuring that you have ample content to explore.