Quote from @Jaime Levv: Hello everyone, based on the current market conditions in Florida, specifically Tampa if anyone wants to get granular.

SF Has a broader market appeal since you can sell to investors and owner/occupants. 

Hey John, properties that have been on the market for more than 30 days typically start receiving offers below the asking price, as buyers often perceive them as having room for negotiation.

To prepare, start networking with investor-friendly agents, analyze local rental markets, and get familiar with financing options for multifamily properties.Good luck!

That is the market economy.

I would also consider MTR in these markets as it is highly profitable with less turnover and more options for guests.

.✅ Stock Market Volatility = Private Market OpportunityThe stock market will be a rollercoaster.

My goal is to achieve financial freedom by age 36 and to understand various aspects such as investing education, strategies, business planning, properties, marketing, and exit strategies.

I’m planning to buy my first property there using my VA home loan and would love to connect with local investors who are familiar with the market.

Tenant Default: 0-5% probability of eviction or early lease termination.Section 8: Class A rents are too high and won’t be approved.Vacancies: 5-10%, depending on market conditions.Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, 3-5 years for positive cashflow, but you get highest relative rent & value appreciation.Class B Properties:Tenant Pool: Majority of FICO scores 620-680, some blemishes, no convictions/evictions in last 5 years.Tenant Default: 5-10% probability of eviction or early lease termination.Vacancies: 10-15%, depending on market conditions.Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, 1-3 years for positive cashflow, balanced amounts of relative rent & value appreciation.Section 8: Class B rents are usually too high for the Section 8 program.Class C Properties:Tenant Pool: Majority of FICO scores 560-620, many blemishes, but should have no convictions/evictions in last 3 years.