If you're comparing all markets to just one, especially Orlando right now, it's no wonder you don't think STR are a good idea.

These are reputable people who stand behind the properties they find and are reliable for ensuring a smooth transaction.

So, is wholesaling really that bad and a reliable means of investing in real estate?

Hello and thank you for this reply - yes, I have been analyzing a few properties - I have found that the main issue for both the traditional long term rental and also short term rental in this area is reliable property management - it is traditionally a cottage country tourist area, but it is becoming more popular for long term residency, and there is an emerging missing middle, because of property prices.

I had the call and the person seemed very sus, he sounded scripted, salesy and the program curriculum compared to the price was a no-go for me.

He's reliable, trustworthy, and pays great attention to detail. 

Pictures don't compare to the "comps"3.

If you are going to invest, make sure you know the operator well and that they are reliable.

The rent was $1450, so yes that's relatively expensive compared to that income but that's assuming a part time job for both of them.

I have new builds in the city of Miami where its taken me 2 years for approvals compared to unicorporated Miami Dade where I can have approvals in as quickly as 3-6 months.