Economic outlook is too good, so people over pay.

@J Scott I loved your breakdown of the economic side of real estate in your latest trip to the BP podcast.

Insurance is a big issue and crisis now in Florida.

Keep a keen eye on economic indicators, employment rates, and local development plans to gauge the overall health of the market.Maintenance Costs Can Sneak Up On You: It is easy to factor in property taxes, insurance, and regular maintenance, but unexpected repair costs can throw a wrench into your financial plans.

The 5-Year Treasury rate is generally the right benchmark for non-owner occupied Non-QM (assuming thats the direction you are in) - and rates will generally move in concert.I'd be happy to look at your scenario and let you know opinion on if its in line with current rates - that being said, economic data has been brutal this week and yields have risen every day, so its unlikely that rates have gotten better since you locked in last week (if you got a true rate lock)

Did you know the Gov tracks “Whiskey at home” as an economic data point?

It is a distinctive school where 47% of students are economically disadvantaged and 50% are learning English as a second language.

I began investing there in 2005, a few years prior to the financial crisis.  

So sorry, was dealing with a family crisis but God got us through!

Look at trends in property values, rental demand, vacancy rates, and economic indicators to assess which market aligns better with your investment objectives.Risk management: Determine how much risk is involved in each choice.