This has definitely been a learning experience.

I am open to apartments, but my past experience with them has left a little bit of a sour taste in my mouth.My question is, which town or community or area along the West Coast of Florida or the panhandle would be the best to move my money to for cash flow?

Have you had any experiences with either of these companies?

I'm reading more and more posts like that lately. 

@Chris Seveney Yes, plenty of times and have much experience through work/career, just looking to do this on the side for myself now. 

Maybe he can chime in.Here is a guide about choosing a custodian - https://www.investopedia.com/retirement/finding-custodian-se...I thought it was interesting reading, but especially to get one who is familiar with the asset class you want to invest in. 

My team and I have experience with land and urban infill development.

From experience, I'm certain this tenant was not expecting us.

A bank won't lend to you with zero experience buying a commercial property-maybe it is a seller finance deal. 

It all depends on the areas you're looking in, I would advise focusing on the median priced homes, those types of areas normally don't have a lot of vacancies in my experience.