Acknowledge their trouble and express interest in correcting any issues for future guests.I'd say there's room for some pushback.

Even thought it needs extensive repair due to damage from the tenant and since I live in the front unit, I don't think I can deal with a renter living free, getting uber eats delivery and working without paying rent.

I will be able to turn profit within the first 3 month after the delivery and setup period which could be anywhere from 3/4months.

This method involves you identifying homes in your preferred areas and physically knocking on doors to express your interest in buying.

In my area I pay $20 for delivery.  

I believe there’s a middle ground to be found, and I remain hopeful for the next three to five years.Has anyone heard from friends, family, or fellow investors expressing concerns that Florida is becoming a risky place, causing them to shy away from buying?

Another expression for this is "lipstick on a pig."

You should be able to express your goal in one minute and then expand if questions are asked.

Even from the good ones, the quality of their answer is dependent on the quality of your question (so educate yourself to ask the right questions in the right form...which is what I think @Max Bellino is trying to do here).I don't know if Max can benefit from my notes and diagrams, or if they apply to his situation and plans, but since you mentioned them, here they are - just be advised this is from a lot of sleeping at Holiday Inn Express many years ago so take them with a big grain of salt and don't construe them as legal or tax advice:If you are new to REI you should be primarily concerned with finding good deals and growing your business first.

@Alexander Phillips as all the others stated, look at the contract.I would especially look at any paragraph about the delivery of the property to you.Most of the time, it would say something about the property being delivered vacant.