Yes, prices are high, but there is good potential for appreciation, and tenants are generally reliable and high quality. 

When my company screens a tenant we use the following:1.

https://natlawreview.com/article/texas-federal-court-issues-nationwide-injunction-against-enforcement-corporate“We note this is a preliminary injunction, and we urge reporting companies to pay attention for additional updates and proceedings in this and other cases which could modify or change this order.”

It is widely recognized as a loss leader within the industry and those who are successful normally have a complimentary business such as a brokerage or a construction company that performs complimentary services.

In those cases, the main criteria we add to our lease is that everyone that comes to stay there must be subject to a background check paid by the company.

These companies will end up holding on to buildings for longer than they planned, keeping inventory low. 

Also consider contacting houses that look vacant, simply door knocking in a neighborhood that you are interested in and talking to the homeowners in a genuine way, For Sale By Owners is another potential, using an App like Nextdoor or Facebook pages/groups related to local real estate and just telling the group what you are looking for, contractors also know about houses coming on the market soon and so do property management companies, and finally garage sales are a good way to find off-market properties as people prepare to sell.To Your Success!

For insurance in South Florida, I’ve heard good things about companies like Citizens and some specialized providers that focus on high-risk areas.

What is the best overall water metering company you have found when it comes to ease of installation, reliability, and the cost of the equipment and monitoring?

Quote from @Rodney Davis: Has anyone done a deal with this company, Strategic Investments Partners?