Also any tips for automating this as much as possible and how to protect the property financially and property management would be appreciated.I ALMOST understand the rental arbitrage strategy if building a company scaling with say 30 + units and looking for high short term cash flow.  

Let's clarify the air-conditioning equipment.

Send me an email or a message here and I can offer some tips I use to maximize profits in FL.  

Welcome to the community and be ready for a huge amount of information at your finger tips.

I will always look at the air handler and make sure tenants are installing fresh filters (most neglect this item).  

I don't have much patience or sympathy towards the annual flood of "Terrific End-of-Year Tips to Cut Your Taxes" webinars, podcasts, articles and whatnot. 

As you already know, the quality of the investor agent will speed up your learning curve, and save you money, time, and headaches. 

Launch in S hemisphere where there is a fraction the air traffic of N. 

Investors like me are left sifting through overpriced junk instead of finding real opportunities.Pro Tip: The average wholesale contract is for a 30 day "inspection", while the wholesaler looks for a buyer.

Feel free to ask if you’d like more tips on what to look for in a PM.