Also, I'm stuck with out-of-state investing which brings a whole series of risks with minimized financial upside (in my opinion) 

Quote from @Jason Baker: After leaving the real estate market in 2024 and bringing in the new year of 2025, what are the best updated strategies/approaches to be a successful wholesaler in the Miami Market?  

You are sum total of the people you surround yourself with.I am a Tardus paying client, none of us that recently posted get any sort of kickback or referral fee for talking about our experiences on BP (although I do believe there is a referral bonus if you refer a new client...but it is nominal enough that no one is trying to bring in new members soley for this bonus). 

You bring up a point about saturation in Tampa?

I should have a conversation with him to see if he'd be open to pursuing commercial with a similar structure where I give him a slice of the deal if he brings me something worthwhile.

I cannot tell from your description what either of you would be bringing  to the partnership. 

because I was paying my bird-dogs vs having them pay me and just promise how someday, maybe just maybe they will bring the grand-slam of a deal and then I will be paying them oh-so much $$$$$ Seriously, from those buying into this I gotta understand how your mind works, no insult meant, I am genuinely intrigued and baffled because if it's a good deal you can go to any number of investors and get $, not a one will charge you for the opportunity to present them deal. 

That alone brings you to negative cash-flow and that is even without accounting for any municipal utilities.

A warranty can bring peace of mind, especially if the tenant values quality and reliability.Here’s our rule of thumb:For budget-friendly rehabs: Used appliances from a reputable source can be a smart choice.

We have been working in the affordable housing space for some time, and this allowed us to partner with the local community and provide a housing solution they need as their city continues to expand with new jobs they are successfully bringing to town.