I am reaching out to explore potential partnerships that could impact the real estate market I'm specifically targeting in Florida (not Fort Lauderdale).  

with the market flat, contractors booked up, materials expensive and tremendous competition for deals it is very, very difficult for a new investor at this time.i've used hard money and also bought with cash and then financed the rehab.

It depends on many things, including your market.

While the initial costs are a consideration, the long-term ROI can be favorable if there's sufficient demand in your market.

You pay 10% + taxes so that money needs to make 20%+ to even catch up to what it will average in the markets. $100k equity probably doesn’t give you much to borrower either from a ltv standpoint.

Adding a 5-10 unit will increase your expense exposure initially until you raise rents to cover costs. 

More buyers to the market, more sold homes and more higher priced comparble sales on appraisals going into 2025. 

In a market where buyers a bountiful, sellers have too many other options to consider, before accepting an offer from someone trying to assume their loan. 2) Anyone who has owned their home for 3+ years is sitting on a substantial amount of gained equity from appreciation.

What market, flips or buy and holds?  

The market appreciates 3% per year.Pay cash for one house and rent it for $1,500.