It's an excellent city to meet a lot of people's desires, don't see this market as one that crashes  or even corrects-- but do see some neighborhood pockets with some ripping and some dipping.

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There are also various Excel templates available that can help you track expenses, income, and more.Networking: You're already on the right track by seeking connections within the Bigger Pockets community.

With over 20 years of investing experience in the area, I've seen firsthand how Tampa's strong job market, affordable housing, high rental demand, and consistent property appreciation make it an excellent choice.

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You should be able to save more than enough for 25% down payments with your current income, and focus on buying newer lower maintenance properties in excellent locations. 

We actively invest in TX, FL and 12 other midwest & SE markets that have excellent cash flow and appreciation. 

There are excellent places to invest in real estate across the Midwest, especially for single-family homes and small multis.

@Kim Meredith Hampton makes excellent points, but she shouldn't have to.YOU should already be thinking these things through, so you invest wisely and don't get taken advantage of.BTW - yes, BP is where you can post questions for answers, but ask BETTER questions!

Historically an excellent place to start your mortgage search for 5-20+ unit properties is a local credit union.