Finding a deal is great, but a) no broker/owner will actually award you the deal without having surety that you can close (so without a strong network, you will never actually get a deal) and b) even if you find the best deal in the world AND have it tied up, the timelines are too short to be able to start building your network from there.What I would do is get a job in real estate to learn the ropes while being paid.  

Holding onto your home as a rental could be wise, given your low mortgage, strong equity, and rental income potential.

If there is a strong need for solid PMs then you could very well be the #1 PM company in a few years with a strong reputation. 

Always ensure thorough due diligence to protect your capital and achieve strong returns.If you need any support or tailored financing for these strategies, let me know.

Despite its high purchase price, the neighborhood's strong market demand and low renovation needs made it a promising investment for maximizing profit with minimal turnaround time.

It is my strong belief and opinion that most of the people tell folks to find off market deals don’t know how to find off market deals themselves.

This property has strong potential, so think of your payments as an investment in your future portfolio. 

The key is establishing strong systems and processes.As mentioned earlier (KISS—Keep It Simple, Stupid), there's no need to overcomplicate things.

@Anthony Dupre For out-of-state real estate investments, consider creating subsidiary LLCs in each property’s state for liability isolation, owned by a parent LLC in a state like Wyoming or Delaware for anonymity and strong asset protection.

Second be very careful if you’re planning to tell the lender that you will be occupying the property then rent it, if they find out you’ll have to come up with all the money.Orlando and kissimmee are very strong markets for long-term rentals ( workforce housing )