Good afternoon, I am new to real estate and investing.  

Quote from @Akintunde Aboaba: I’m looking to start investing in real estate this year and would appreciate insights from experienced investors on the best strategies in today’s market.

Here is some key information:Property recently hit the market and has 2 cash offers alreadyThe seller provided a pre-inspection report, which I shared with 2 different lenders, both think it may fail conventional financing due to potential structural and electrical issues (realtor thinks it could pass conventional)Seller has 100% equity but is behind on other payments (not sure of the urgency money is needed)This is my first attempt at an “investment” property so I’m new to thisI see 3 optionsMove forward with an offer using conventional loan pre-qualification-Not as attractive of an offer to the seller-Possibility that appraiser calls out structural/electrical issues that need to be fixed before closing, effectively causing financing to fail- Best terms and fewest loan fees for meUse a rehab style loan such as ChoiceRenovation-Even less attractive than a conventional offer to seller, but less risk of failed financing if appraiser calls out issues-Slightly worse fees and interest rates compared to conventional-Lenders tell me possibly up to 60-90 days closing in some cases, with red-tape for contractor requirements and draw schedules (sounds like the most hoops to jump through during rehab)Use a hard money lender-Most attractive loan option I can give to seller so I can compete-Much higher fees and interest rate for me-need to refinance into a conventional at the end of rehab (not familiar with seasoning periods but I think this is a factor as well)Which option would you do?

Welcome to Bigger Pockets and love see local folks getting into real estate investing!

"Diving into real estate as a newbie—ready to learn, connect, and turn knowledge into deals.

I'm originally from Kentucky and moved to Palm Beach County to pursue real estate full time.

Of course, what they paid isn’t going to take into account the money they have spent on renovations or remodeling, which can be substantial.  

@Frank Mongiello is a great choice for a real estate agent who works with real estate investors in South Florida and Central Florida

Is it worth getting into real estate investments that’s professional managed primarily to avoid taxes?  

You can find an array of them that specialize in real estate here.