You didn't mention each of those markets, but there are cities in those areas that are worth researching or learning a bit about.Best of luck as you get started and again, feel free to ask more questions or reach out personally if I can help you navigate and learn BP and get started investing.Best -  Thanks for the mention Chris,It's a pleasure getting words of praise from an OG like yourself.Hope to catch up with you again one day soon 🙏

I'm looking in Southeast Florida (Delray Beach/Fort Lauderdale/West Palm Beach) and Columbus/Dayton, OHMany of my properties are coming from the sheriff sale/bank-owned auction and I STILL can't squeeze these tight enough...maybe someone can show me what I'm doing wrong?

It's definitely worth it, especially if you're buying a property through like an auction or something similar. 

It is usually first through a general auction and if it doesn't sell there, then it goes to the MLS.Keep in mind bank owned properties aren't always the best deals.

You have to go in person for an auction, which limits competitive bidding. 

Look into “land banks” and tax deed auctions for the areas you’re considering.

It is especially evident when these properties go to auction there is very little demand.

I am trying to get in touch with them about a house that they won at tax auction 3 years ago, but have gotten no response.

Direct buyer at trustee sale auctions in Phoenix, AZ How did you finance this deal?

You should praise the Lord you joined Bigger Pockets and posted in the forums.