Biggest issue?  

Biggest lesson I learned in this experience is to tell EVERYONE what you are doing/trying to do.

It would also be important to network with other investors, stay informed about regional market shifts, and leverage any available incentives to maximize my investment potential.Good luck!

Hurricane Helene was the biggest flooding event in Tampa bay in over 100yrs just last fall.  

Securing financing is often one of the biggest challenges new real estate investors face.

To attract investors, offer incentives like high cash flow potential and tax benefits, and structure the deal with clear legal terms and contingencies to minimize risk.Good luck!

Biggest mistake I see people make

Maybe the biggest "risk" might be the fact that you cannot occupy the property at all so technically if you run into hard times and need to move into the property thats not intended - but no real more risk. 

I do think the house hacking method will be the best method for me considering I will not be starting off with the biggest down payment.

But in general, your biggest risks are not necessarily what's the maximum rent you can get, but can you find a reliable tenant that will always pay and pay on-time.