Hoping any RE agents or owners in town can talk to me about the market there.

Hey @Junaid Javaid,I'm an agent, investor and developer in central Houston.

With historic interest rate increases by the Federal Reserve, many predicted doom and gloom for the industry.

If you do decide to invest in Florida, it's a good idea to enlist the services of a reputable property management company to help with tasks such as screening tenants, collecting rent, and property maintenance.It's important to manage risks when investing in out-of-state properties because it can be more complicated and may need local support from property managers, contractors, and real estate agents.

I have been separate for 12 years and am a civilian federal employee. 

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

As an investor and agent here in Columbus Ohio, if you have any questions or want to connect, definitely reach out!

A good place to start would be to contact a real estate agent, or perhaps even a lender in your area that can answer these specific questions.

To successfully invest in a property for steady income, establish your investment standards, research the market thoroughly, assess your financial preparedness, connect with local agents, property managers, lenders, and other investors, analyze properties carefully, consider various financing choices, do your homework before making an offer, and negotiate and finalize the deal.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?