When you drive out to your example I'd be thinking.....hmmmm why is there a tennis court next to the deal I'm getting ready to buy? 

I believe that while it is a buyers market and renters market right now, these conditions will change within 5 years, because: - The long-term fundamentals that drive people to migrate to Florida remain unchanged, and a steady influx is a reasonable expectation. - Supply will abate. 2026 and 2027 will see less than half the deliveries nationwide of of 2024 and 2025, respectively, and I bet that is even more extreme in a market like Tampa.

Quote from @Tio Sam: Quote from @Zachary Deal: I agree, I would drive some properties that have sold as flip.

No, it's not a normal business practice and does not pass the smell test.From driving? 

I’m naturally inclined toward this area because it’s within driving distance of major west Coast cities (L.A., San Diego, and others)—making it feel like a “natural” choice for a regional traveller wanting to get away for a short weekend. 

He admired my drive and offered me an owner-financed deal to buy this land. 

Hey Max, Nice to meet you here.. do you have any top priorities when searching for a property to drive by?

Drive for dollars.

We’re drawn to relatively affordable areas that may be more resilient to climate change in the long run (though we know nowhere is immune).Buffalo has caught our attention because of the growing investments in the area, which we think could drive future economic growth.

This growth typically drives significant appreciation, which is the key to making this strategy work.For example:Let’s say you purchase a property for $300,000 with 25% down in a market with an 8% annual appreciation rate.