Just pre-qualified for a loan in Tampa... Now what?

[Jake Calle]

I just pre-qualified for a 200k loan in Tampa at 5%. Since I currently rent very cheap I plan on making my first house purchase an investment property. For my Tampanians out there, which part of Tampa would be best right now for a rental property? I currently have a real estate agent on the lookout. Note: I was told by a seasoned investor to look for good deals to fix up and only use my mortgage to buy the house and NOT the fix up expenses (because of the 5% interest rate).... Any tips help fellow investors! 😁 -Jake