thats horrible, hopefully you can get some of the cash back. there are just horrible people in this world.

At the sale, some people, who it must be presumed did not look at the property and there were several bidders. 

However I am not as savvy as many of the people on here.

I think I would recommend people start class b but I recognize the challenges to get the numbers to work.  

Since you're already in Tampa, staying local for your first few deals can help you stay hands-on and learn faster.

I'm looking to network with people investing, selling, and rehabbing.  

The area has certain advantages like shelter from regulation risk (pretty much as low as anywhere in the country if you buy in the approved STR tourist zones) and long term security (people aren't going to stop going to Orlando anytime soon). 

Generally there are multiple units for each "zone" if you will when I've seen them installed.Regarding your problem at hand, I personally would simply adjust your plan to move and make your initial plan to get the current issues resolved, while costly now, in the long run holding onto the unit will likely pay off. 

Just know that it is a "no days off" kind of business and very mechanical.I would suggest documenting your process via video so that eventually you can bring people on to replace the different hats you will be wearing.Keep in mind of these 5 components of any wholesale business.lead generation, deal sourcing, underwriting, marketing, transaction coordination.

Anything past that might feel weird.Good job going to your first one, that is a great step that too many people miss out on.