In PR, understand the locals disposition to OOS investors, even those fluent in Spanish like yourself (or so I gather from Spanish language interview questions).No harm in beginning the interview process with both lender and agent today.

It's been a game-changer, allowing us to respond faster to inquiries and provide clearer instructions and local recommendations for our guests.Automation has truly transformed our business, making it more efficient and improving the overall guest experience by leaps and bounds.

@Shishi Chen try to find local real estate meetup groups, and there are various wholesaling groups on Facebook.

Ask this question to the local people in your area.  

Your local housing authority will publish a list of market rent based on the size of the unit. 

One option - (looks like you've already taken this route) - Shack up with a local investor-minded realtor, they will be more than happy to set you up on a specific, filtered investment property drip campaign. 

Does anyone know a local credit union or bank that will fund a HELOC on an owner occupied duplex?

There are lots of meet up groups around Orlando, you'll have to travel a bit for most of them, but if that is your goal...Also check out CFRI dot/net if you would like to network with other local investors and trades.

Get pricing from your local builders to make sure the build costs are current5.

It could also be that your rehab/finishes/curb appeal are not up to local standards to attract the buyers but price overcomes all objections.What can you do now and next time?