From simple rules like permits to outright bans so that is a huge risk IMHO.

How much will depend on how well their processes are designed.

Yes both states have licensing requirements for contractors and subcontractors which can be found with a simple google search

BiggerPockets is full of resources designed to help you along your journey, whether you are just getting started or a seasoned investor.

From a landlord perspective, its great to be able to provide these simple services/amenities at no cost to us, yet empower the tenant to enroll in programs like this.

Filling out the contracts is surprisingly simple.

Malls are uniquely designed so hard to use the existing structure for something else. 

Buy a few books, start simple, do your own property managing.

Miami is still doing well, Fort Myers is adjusting and has lower real estate than 12 months ago, etc..)My simple thought, for what it is worth, is choose a place to live and not invest in:  choose the location you and your family WANT to live in ( because of the schools, taxes, weather, other family there, etc...) and then buy and do real estate there (and get whatever licenses you need once you start third party management).I wish you well!

Understanding of the investment: I "thought" I understand the simple business model AHP presented.