All Forum Posts by: Ben Lawless

 I appreciate the insight Mindy, I'll keep in touch!

Hello!

I've been working to get into the rental market in Jacksonville Florida with the eventual purchase of duplex and I have a few questions below that I think the BP community might be able to help out with.

1.) Who are your preferred property management specialists? I'll be investing from out of state for the foreseeable future and need a good team to help with management

2.) Who is your preferred investment property lender? This is my first time going through the loan process and I'd like to work with a group who is familiar with investment properties

3.) Where are your no-go areas for investing in Jacksonville? I've been to Jacksonville a fair amount and understand there are some rougher areas, are these worth investing in or should I steer clear? I'll be out of state so perpetual headaches are something I'd like to avoid.

I appreciate you taking the time to read this post, feel free to respond with any other wisdom you may have about the Jacksonville market.

Hello, first time homebuyer here looking to purchase a 2/1 in central Florida and want to know the feasibility / complications of building an ADU for STR on and existing LTR property (local gov regulations aside). Has any one had issues with complications arising between renters or the long term renters growing annoyed with the short terms renters. I'd be 100% forthcoming in both my listings but i wanted to know if this is even worth it.

Thank you,

@Mark Pedroza Thanks for the advice Mark, best wishes. 

Hello BP forums,

My name is Ben and I have recently discovered my passion for real estate. I am a recent University of Florida grad moving to Livermore California next month to begin working for a local GC as a assistant project manager. I am reading and learning as much as I can about real estate in the local area with the goal of wholesaling one deal before the end of the year. I am extremely motivated and would love any opportunity to meet and/or assist other more experienced local investors. Thanks for reading!