Software professional trying to get my first rental in Tampa Bay

[Dmitry Shyshkin]

Hi, Guys.

My name is Dmitry and I'm a full-time software developer.

I live in Tampa Bay, work remotely, making a good income and generally like what I do.

But the thought of "what if" pushing me to think about other sources of income.

I and my wife purchased recently our first home, and now we saved up a little to put as down payment for our first rental property.

After reading few books and getting some info online, videos on youtube and bigger pockets posts and webinars, we decided that starting with rentals is the best way to go.

Now we are working with a realtor, looking for the first deal, but not sure if its hot TB market, low price range (under 100K) or I'm just trying to be too safe, but I just have trouble finding something that will work.

It has been about two months since I started to get leads from the realtor (automated search), but I haven't seen even one that would give me some confidence that it would work.

But hopefully, will find one soon.

Our goal is to start with one property before the end of this year.

P.S. Would be glad to hear some feedback and connect with other TB investors.