Kathy (can't tag you on the app),That's why I said at the end of my post encouraging to hear from some locals in south Florida and mentioned some keywords lolI don't currently know anyone who's a successful commercial real estate investor but I am becoming more active at meet ups and with being more vocal so I hope to find that in time. 

I also encourage you to attend the local REIA meet ups.  

I also encourage you to visit the two local REIAS , MetrolinaREIA.org and CharlotteReia and meetup.com for local networking opportunities with local investors.

I was bummed but from the encouragement I saw on BP to keep mailing I did.

I can only kindly encourage you to read up on it if you are interested in learning more about it:https://service.berlin.de/dienstleistung/328146/

It’s much easier to have self discipline if you have clear goals and meaningful purpose; we are filled with so many distractions in todays society, I encourage you to do whatever it takes to starve that distraction.

Loftis Esq. book and Brandon from BiggerPockets to acquire my 1st property, could use some encouragement, Insentive, motivation, & knowledge to achieve my goals!

There is a saying success does not happen overnight keep your eye on the prize - It is a great place to look at the success stories under trending up-top, and stay encouraged; stay strong.Mia

Thanks to all for your encouragement!

Having said that: I certainly wouldn't be intimidated by competition and would encourage you to "take the plunge" and buy something, even if it seems like it's not the best deal in the world.