As you begin your REI journey here is one tip I have for you:Use this website as you are trying to narrow down the places you want to invest in. https://www.areavibes.com/Its awesome because it gives you a "total livability score" & you can compare different zip codes & streets to others. 

The state website can also be very informative. 

They have a podcast, a mentorship program , and a website with (paid) investor reviews in less than a month.

@Deena Laugen The City of Naples has completely banned short term rentals (anything under 30 days).

Please reach out to us through our website and we'll be happy to help you further there.

BiggerPockets website is good for the American market (mostly) but you will also find lots of Canadians on here and some good info on the Canadian market just by searching.There are worthwhile local West Coast resources for learning real estate investing in general and the Canadian and Vancouver markets in particular.

I will provide you with names and websites. 

Let us know how it goes.I provide my screening criteria on my website, and I encourage applicants to screen themselves before applying so they don't waste my time, their time, or their money.

If so, would you mind sharing their contact information, websites, etc. with me?

Wilmington on the first Thursday of the month from 6:30-8:30PM. ccreia.wildapricot.org (this website hasn't been updated to reflect the change)NCREIA also meets monthly in Wilmington https://www.ncreia.com/Events.aspx?