Real estate success is driven by demand, it sounds like you will have more tenant options and higher prices in Ft.

and because of that demand, people will accept lower returns, and the good inventory gets snapped up before a lot of us even see it.the 'best' investments right now are the higher effort / higher risk ones. 

They’re requesting what feels like an unreasonable amount of information, and the demands keep escalating.So far, they’ve asked for:A video tour of my home officeCredit checks on me and my partnerCopies of the deeds for every property we ownA copy of my partner’s home lease and utility billsBusiness phone billsA signed letter from the bank verifying our accountsBank statementsHonestly, it feels more like qualifying for a loan than trying to become a customer.

Given that and some other characteristics, from what I'm told it would be in demand as far as rental applicants.Ideally, I would like the option to return to it.With repair estimate of 1% of purchase price and property management fees, it's pretty much a break even on the monthly overhead.

If you're working with an investment brokerage, I'd recommend tapping into Tampa and Central Florida markets too—areas like Riverview, Wesley Chapel, and Brandon have been strong for both flips and long-term holds with steady demand.

Prices are far lower there “relatively” speaking due to low demand.  

Right now, I’m seeing max LTVs closer to 80% on purchases, though before COVID, we sometimes went up to 85%.Also, keep an eye out for lenders who promise amazing terms but demand large commitment fees upfront.

@Matthew C. sounds like you bought in a low demand neighborhood.  

These areas have good rental demand and opportunities to add value through light renovations.Build Your Team: Work with a realtor familiar with investment properties (like me!)

Depending on the number of jobs and number of new development going on in the area it may just be simple supply and demand.