Questions from a New REI: LLCs, Software, Finding Off-Market Properties, 2026 Outlook

[Anthony Michael Hamza]

Good evening BP Friends,

I am new to REI but want to expand my portfolio as soon as possible. I have a few questions.

Let's lay out some of the facts first:

-I am currently working a W-2 in MD.

-I own/manage a single-family rental property in Palm Beach County, FL since 06/2024. 

-I am currently using Avail Landlord software.

-My goal is to establish a cashflow funded retirement via a buy, rent, and hold forever strategy.

-I am focused on multifamily properties in the South Florida Region, mainly Palm Beach County and Broward County.

-I want to get my next property in the next 1-2 years if possible, but don't want to touch my current properties loan since I have a 2.25% APR.

-I am thinking about establishing a REIG Parent LLC with holding LLCs for each property in order to protect assets and establish a business presence/history that would appeal to potential future investors.

Questions:
1) Should I start the LLC now or wait? 

2) Should I continue using Avail or some other software?

3) Best place to find off-market multifamily properties for South Florida?

4) Who thinks there will be a market correction in 2026 and should I wait to capitalize on that?

Looking forward to any feedback I can get! Thanks in advance!

Respectfully,

Anthony