Excited to learn if this could be a viable direction to explore and grateful for any advice or help anyone can offer for how to get started.

Most tenants take me up on the offer and I would much rather pay a few dollars extra per year per tenant than have a tenant at risk of death - especially carbon monoxide poisoning. 

While Section 8 offers benefits like guaranteed rental income and a larger pool of prospective tenants, there are administrative requirements and potential differences in payment expectations to navigate.Before making a decision, conduct thorough tenant screenings to ensure tenants meet your rental criteria beyond their Section 8 status.

Market is crazy right now with multiple offers on most buildings that are priced right, so definitely a great time to sell!

I've even made an offer on a distressed property in my last trip and had a great experience negotiating and trying to workout a deal.

Waterfront homes, particularly those with Gulf access, can command higher prices and potentially higher returns on investment.3) Tourism and Vacation Rentals: Cape Coral's proximity to popular tourist destinations like Fort Myers Beach and Sanibel Island makes it attractive for vacation rentals, especially during peak tourist seasons.4) Affordability: Compared to other coastal areas in Florida, Cape Coral offers relatively affordable real estate options.

I need help walking through the potential tax implications of those sales.

I also like the yearly walk through to make sure everything is ok cause it keeps the property kept up.  

Has anyone offered all cash then immediately refinanced to get the cash out? 

Hard to beat the cashflow that this city can offer.