It is also impossible to compete with all the on-sight resorts at "all" the theme park tourist traps that offer tons of perks you can't compete with.   

FHA, 203K, etc.) are going into contract more frequently than we’ve seen in recent years, where sellers received multiple cash offers in bidding wars.The tide is changing.

For example, 4515 sinclair built in 1938 was remodeled very nicely and sold for 1.540 mil with multiple offers which represented a 100k increase from the list price.

BiggerPockets can be a great resource, and I know there's tons of information available on the Fort Myers market specifically.

Run comps, look at how much inventory there is in the specific neighborhood you are looking at and make sure it is not saturated with inventory.

I am looking for some advice from all the smart people on this website :)I have a family member that is offering to transfer over their home title to my wife and I.

Brandon You have to get out of Suffolk County and start looking into other areas where you can still get a good deal and the rents offer a positive cash flow without having to put 30% to 35% down. 

Within days, I received several calls and emails with offers to buy under PURCHASE CONTRACT AND ESCROW INSTRUCTIONS.

Petersburg offer robust rental markets with steady demand.

Go offer a cpa $50 for a 15 min consultation if you like to do it yourself.