However, if you have the time and prefer to source properties on your own, I would highly recommend the following strategies:Connect with probate attorneysVisit property auctions: These happen monthly and, surprisingly, aren’t saturated with investors.Cold callingTarget LLC owned properties: Over the years we have seen an influx of companies purchasing SF for rentals/long-term holds and they failed to account for property taxes and an increase in new construction coming to the market.

,Buying, renovating, and selling is a great strategy, but here are a few things to consider:Start with the Numbers: Make sure you know your ARV (After Repair Value) and work backward to calculate your budget, including purchase, renovation, holding, and selling costs.Financing Blindspots: Even if you’re buying in cash, plan for potential delays or overruns in renovation costs.

If you can hold onto these properties over time (ie cash flow sufficient to not lose money), you have already "won". 

If you're looking for long term buy & hold, there's money to be made. - Renting in this area is solid, I've gotten what they call B class tenants and more or less they've been great.

This price point will determine what markets you can invest in, what type of projects you can pursue, or if you want to hold off completely and save more.

I can build a 1,000 sq ft cabin including land  and holding costs for about 350k or so and the cabin will appraise out for about 500k to 525k and will produce gross rents in year 2 between 50k to 60k.

These are excellent strategies—thank you for sharing so openly and not holding back.

Quote from @Max Nathan: looking for a cash flowing rental that I can buy and hold is why im not looking in miami.

I really feel this financing situation is holding me back from going and finding a deal.

For someone focused on quick flips or shorter holding periods, paying a slightly higher rate for flexibility might make more sense.