Who is local in Miami, Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, and Sarasota and can speak to the market down there? 

The key is balancing patience with strategic action—networking with local investors and analyzing deals will help you refine your approach.Good luck!

Looking for potential analysis pitfalls, offer strategies, analysis metrics, discussion of local market conditions, and general networking/camaraderie. 

Any insights on rental demand, tenant turnover, or local regulations?

However, make sure to account for renovation costs, HELOC interest, vacancy rates, and local rental laws.

Check local rents (Zillow, Rentometer) and cap rates—Cleveland’s market favors long-term stability.

@Darren Samson what kind of loan you can use is a question for a local lender. 

It's also worth speaking with a local real estate agent to identify the best neighborhoods for rental income potential.

As for the paint, I don't know your local laws, but 4 years is probably past the useful life of paint in your area.

This is my first investment, and I've learned a lot from this experience so far, and I'm ready to keep moving forward with new projects.I am interested in investing locally in Denton County and the surrounding counties.