If you want to connect about the local market here, I'd be happy to, or if you need any referrals for agents, lenders, etc. just let me know.

Additionally, look for agents that specialize in providing insurance for rental and rehab properties & that are licensed across multiple states so that they can continue to work with you as your portfolio expands.

Currently with liberty mutual and with them for ages now.. so trying to see if I can get guidance on broker or other companies?

Do you have any referrals for agents that might be interested in helping me or chatting with me during this time of saving?

The labor market has been telling us for ages that we just don't need this many people with degrees. 

You can then adjust for age, repairs etc.

Is it uncommon for agents in the St.

This makes many otherwise strong prospects (particularly in expensive California markets) ineligible for agency financing and occasionally sends investors scrambling for other financing.  

We are planning to visit in Nov or Dec and we're still shopping for agents (except in Naples, where we already have a contact).

Go onto the brokerage company of your choice and research it will be under bonds for agency debt.