Work with an experienced real estate agent who can find you suitable properties and guide you through the process.

My advice is to slow down, take a breath, and always let the numbers guide you.Otherwise, you're not an investor; you're just a speculator! 

By working with a broker, I'd have a calm, seasoned professional guiding me should a loan start going south.

But, I would also put the responsibility on the Company to help guide the client properly, fairly, and expertly in any transaction and general investing blueprint the client is focusing on - making sure they understand the risks, etc.*  Appraisal – NEVER blindly rely on a lender’s appraisal.

Just because the VA's know how to do the work, does not mean they know your property like you do, and thus, you'll still have to teach and guide them for the few months (at least).Have you thought about maybe hiring one of your cleaners to provide chatting assistance?

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Look for good business partners who can guide you to these deals and don't try to take the burden on by yourself.

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Would like to know if any South Florida bigger pockets members can refer me to an expert in the Florida market that can guide me in the right direction.Thanks and God bless