Look for properties on main corridors or sites with existing structures (e.g., small houses or retail buildings) that can be torn down and redeveloped.Challenges in South Florida: Be mindful of market conditions and local regulations.

The market is priced too high to buy existing locations in my mind.  

I can't compel competence that does not exist.

I haven't seen any yet that do 10% down on non-owner occupant purchases, but that is awesome if that exists. 

I’m committing 8 hours or so a week right now to learning about strategies and markets, and excited to network with others in the real estate business as well!

Verify the purchase price, potential rental income, and operating costs to determine whether it’s truly profitable.Understand Debt: Taking on $500,000+ in debt is a serious commitment.

We are looking at investment properties in Brooklyn, and found one we liked and want to add an additional floor (two stories as of now, would go to three), but the zoning is M1-2, which is commercial.  90% of surround...

It's important to choose that one and commit to using it.

We have had stable appreciation in Milwaukee for the last 10+ years, but the issue is that new construction homes have is that they are priced almost double of existing homes in most existing neighborhoods.

Also, if you have anything in your existing escrow account, you will get that back within a few weeks of closing.