Personally I consider it to be more of a entry level neighborhood for first time home buyers and a blue collar neighborhood for long term renters.

I’m having a hard time finding a great price in a great location and I just can’t seem to pull the trigger on anything.

If your current accountant is not a specialist in real estate taxation, you should look for one who is.Next time, you should also get a consultation to see if the cost segregation study will be helpful before proceeding with the purchase.

.- Gradual Rate Increases: Increases are phased in over time for policyholders who see higher premiums, with annual caps on the rate hike.- More Predictable Rates: Rates better reflect the real risk rather than just being based on a flood zone map.Example Scenario (Simplified)- Old System: A house in a designated flood zone pays $1,000 annually, regardless of its elevation or distance from the water.- Risk Rating 2.0: That same house may now pay $1,200 if it's closer to the water and more vulnerable or $800 if it's higher up and better protected.Flood zones still matter under Risk Rating 2.0, but their role has changed. 

I've been a long-time watcher from the sidelines, and I'm finally ready to start making some real estate investments in South Florida.

If you're considering private funding or investor partnerships, now’s a good time to explore those.

I'm planning on buying a small multifamily first and foremost so I have a place to live and then will either buy a single family or another multi family depending on what I can find/fits my criteria at the time.

This was the very first time they had rented it; brand new landlords.

By the time I reach 20% equity (likely 3+ years away), my monthly mortgage payment will come down when I refinance, but $600 is a big hit to the numbers. 

It will take time.3) Property management companies, chamber of commerce meetings, local commercial RE brokers, etc are all additional options to network and find people who do deals.