And always have reserves to handle any unexpected issues.

These two zip codes are really up and coming and the builder that handles the construction is one of the driving forces for gentrification of the area. 

Trustworthy property managers can make or break a portfolio, and I’ve found that vetting them carefully—checking their reviews, local reputation, and how they handle tenant retention—is crucial.

While I have managers handling the daily operations, I still oversee everything remotely.

You can use TurboTax to handle these calculations, but if you’re unsure about expense allocation or depreciation, consulting a CPA can help maximize deductions and ensure accuracy.

If you go that route, ensure to use a Qualified Intermediary to handle the sale/purchase otherwise there will be no 1031 exchange. 

@Alba Cheung if this attorney doesn't complete the eviction look at the dockets and see what attorneys commonly handle evictions in you area.

While I’ve been handling smaller real estate transactions for about a year and a half, I knew I needed guidance to break into this space.

Pretty,  as others have stated here, the permitting process through the City of Cape Coral has been hindered by their ability to scale up their staff to handle the massive demands for all permitting including new construction but also anything else that requires a permit, home improvements, sea walls, alternative sea walls, pools and more.From your post, I can see that you are frustrated, and I believe some of that is due to not understanding the steps and processes of new construction, including what must be done prior to submitting permits.

As the investor gains experience, they are not only able to more successfully foresee the “bumps” along the way, able to handle recessions, temporary negative cash flow, unforeseen capital expenditures without panicking, but will also recognize the opportunities necessary to turn a loss into a break even.