@Robert Frazier Land entitlements are difficult and seems you've now been exposed to appeals and design professional challenges.

This low inventory will continue to pressure up rents.The sales market remains hot.Sales - Months of SupplyThere are about 1.5 months of supply for our target property profile.

If it is very rural having contractors and completing on time and accurate numbers can be challenging.

Quote from @Raymond Whitley: Not sure if Goosehead is in your area, but a broker like someone at this company can really help you in challenge times for insurance like this current market with so many carriers dropping out completely or raising rates on everyone. 

I’m seeking advice on how to handle a challenging situation with noisy upstairs neighbors in an upscale Miami apartment community.

Real Estate should not be depreciated.Depreciation is one of the most beloved tools in real estate investing, but let’s take a moment to challenge the norm: Should real estate even qualify for depreciation?

There are DTI and underwriting challenges of course, but do the best you can in keeping loans in only ONE person's name. 

Both of these challenges can often be minimized with the right team and guidance from an experienced investor.As @Jay Hinrichs mentioned, appreciation is the main driver of wealth in real estate.

Do they pick up or will they require you to contract with a waste company that will supply a dumpster and handle pickup.- If you get a dumpster, neighbors dumping in your bin may be a problem, depending on the location.

Starting rent-free is a smart move—it’ll maximize cash flow but high purchase price and a low down payment make it challenging.