Stayed afloat (barely) through the pandemic with NY properties so i've seen it all at this point. 

Palm Coast might not have the flashy reputation of Miami, but there’s a lot to love in that area’s growth potential.I’ve been around the real estate block for a few decades, and one thing I’ve seen is that luxury rentals can thrive when they’re more than just “pretty”.. they need staying power.

Or what markets you want to stay in? 

I stayed with a buddy in Roppongi Minato  when I was there.  

@Jordan Meltzer unless you find a screaming deal - a Class A property won't cashflow for 3-5 years.Class B: 1-3 years.Class C: most investors don't properly understand the risks, so should stay away from them.So, you may need to deal with negative cashflow, but plan on appreciation increasing your wealth.

A mere "pet" must either stay home or charged extra for. 

Staying updated and having a good insurance broker is now a key part of your core five (4+1).

Sounds you have definitely worked hard to make those stay in good shape and steady tenants, which is excellent!

For your GA LLC, filing correctly is crucial since you're based in CA and may need to handle multi-state tax filings.A real estate tax accountant can guide you on deducting renovation costs (likely capitalized rather than expensed for a flip), managing depreciation for investment properties, and tracking expenses related to your flip.

Also, any guides, info, or direction would be awesome.