I've been looking in NW and my only problem is they are about to build a few hundred houses and I don't want it to get over saturated.I was thinking downtown, because in some areas there are cheaper houses (under 50k) but it seems like the average rent there is already so low.

Question 1#Is it ok to factor in the properties average tax return towards income?

For instance, they are underwater or the home value is too high.You can look at the demographics of specific "carrier routes" (CRRT) within a zip code to pick the ones that have the highest rate of homeownership and desirable average price range.

Looking forward to getting together with any and all active BP members in the NW FL area at MeetUps, industry events, etc. 

I have ~ 15 years in the construction industry under my belt with both residential (GC) and commercial (retail PM) experience.

Hello world!OK, so you've found a house and there's the beautiful and highly sought-after "HARDWOODS UNDER CARPET"!!!!!What are you paying to get them re-finished?  How are the companies quoting you? Per square foot? ...

This is a very small market with little to offer in our modest price rage and average credit scores. 

In this industry, both sides have been burned.

For example, I had 3 three bedroom two bath apartments in average condition.

If anyone can tell me some areas I should look into or non traditional alternatives to the average real estate agent I'd appreciate it.