Thanks for sharing, I agree that time and long term investing offers the best return on the monumental investment it takes to  update a home.

The market certainly offers a tremendous pool of renters in the form of students and staff as @Jonathan Greene pointed out.

I am submitting 5 - 10 offers on SFH's each week in hopes of taking advantage of the current market and to take advantage of the future market.

Hey Deborah, What terms are they offering?

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.

It is an entire program with participating lenders, and the process should be started before you start putting out offers on properties.Read more here:https://www.nj.gov/dca/hmfa/roadhome/index.htmlIf you need funds to close, I would probably suggest starting the process for your 401k loan now.

I personally have used Chase business checking and their credit cards that offer 15-18 months 0 APR.

Hi Alex, Welcome to the community- There are a lot of resources here within BP to help investors. 

Don't take offense if they reject your offer.

These platforms offer valuable insights and a supportive community.Local Real Estate Meetups: Attend meetups and local REI (Real Estate Investors) clubs.