I'm in search of a mentor who can provide guidance and support as I embark on my first fix and flip project.

Also, there are construction loans that pay for the entire build project including land. 

I also stopped once I got to 13 or 14 homes for a couple reasons. 1) I don’t like paying interest for rent, or owing “people” money, so I wanted to start paying them off. 2) I live a retry basic/low cost life.

He went down there for weeks at a time during construction and he basically ended up with a substandard house that a river all but washed away after a big storm. 

this one doesn't look to have the equity to do it, even if the outcome would give you lower payments overall. if the construction is complete on the property where the construction loan was taken out on, i would look to refi that one asap into something long term (30 fixed). that should get you somewhere likely in the 7's and 8's in today's market. hopefully lower once the project is done. 

For cash flows, I invest in midwest.For appreciation and BRRR projects, I invest in CA/Bay Area itself.From total return standpoint, CA is a winner at all.

Those are the basics.

As in, there are a bunch of calculators and Excel spreadsheets out there that will project or estimate if the deal is a good buy.   

I'm also a veteran 100% P&T so i have a steady income and plan on taking advantage of my veterans home loan benefits for this project if possible, especially if there is a construction option. 

It's crucial to conduct thorough market research, analyze potential properties, and evaluate their financial performance, including cash flow, cap rates, and projected returns.I recommend working with a local realtor familiar with the South Florida market to help you navigate the area, identify suitable properties, and provide guidance based on your investment objectives.If you have any further questions or need additional assistance, please feel free to ask.