Here are some reasons to get the ball rolling:Thriving Market: Florida's population continues to boom, fueled by warm weather, a strong job market, and a business-friendly climate.

Hi Steven,It sounds like you and your wife, Renee, have a wealth of experience in the real estate and construction fields, which is a great foundation for starting your real estate investing business.Given your background in residential remodeling and home inspections, and Renee's experience as a real estate agent, you're off to a strong start.

The big pros are the strong job market (lots of major employers), good population growth, and still-reasonable entry prices.

The Midwest, including cities like Detroit, offers some of the best opportunities for affordable properties with strong rent-to-price ratios.

I have access to contractors, lenders, and have a very strong balance sheet, so just need to find the right deal and get access to comps.

💼🤝How do you ensure strong communication in your partnerships?

I work on projects across multiple states and have a strong network of contractors.Regarding when to involve a contractor, if it’s someone you haven’t worked with before, I’d suggest waiting until after the inspection.

I am looking to network and build a strong business relationship with a local real estate agent.

@Anade DavisHi Anade, You’re on the right track with reaching out to your survey and engineering company—they often have strong connections to local contractors.

Right now, I’m focused on building a strong foundation in real estate by expanding my network and learning strategies for sustainable growth.