If it does, then to me the answer is absolutely clear - take that money out and add more property.You will thank yourself a million times over when you see what that choice becomes in another 10 years. btw: I would add that I am very skeptical of anything in florida these days. 

For those that rely on traditional methods and personal experience, I can understand this perspective.

Real estate used to be the easiest choice of all time.

The second scenario would be if you didn't have enough capital to invest in real estate the traditional way and wanted to start to build a portfolio.

What flooring choices are best bang for buck in each area of the house?

Considering a mix of long and short term rentals, with the STR’s being non-traditional structures targeting glamping clientele.

The power of leverage is one of the main benefits that distinguishes RE from other investment choices, and the refi is where real wealth is made.

You're spot on with how private money lending offers speed and flexibility compared to traditional banks.

How are people buying multiple non owner occupied properties on fixed rate traditional 30y mortgages? 

The whole scheme was buy a foreclosure, "sell" it back to someone that can't qualify for traditional financing with seller financing at a higher rate, once note is "performing" you can sell the note and make a lot of money.