How are you approaching funding your deals in this current market?

Currently looking into doing a BRRR or a buy and hold in the FL market.

I hope to connect with people in the community, learn how to shop investments, find markets, and all things CRE.

Glad to hear you've decided on a market, have a plan, and budget in place!

Attend local meetups.

As a PM and a fiduciary to my clients I use a more complex software than most self managers use and also employ a live revenue manager to scan my local area. 

maybe ask around and find out who other local MTR / STR investors are using? 

Happy to connect you to a DSCR lender in the local area and on your search for the area

I have done this a few times myself and have a few basic recommendations:1) Make sure the seller owns the property free and clear and that it's very clear to both parties whether the arrangement involves a deed of trust or contract for deed2) If a balloon payment is involved, be sure to assess your ability to refinance and make that balloon payment in the future- optional extensions can help manage this risk3) Understand the tax implications if the interest rate is notably above or below market rates4) Get title insurance! 

As a new agent, you'll be a complete amateur instead of using a seasoned agent who is an expert in negotiations, understands the market, has experience catching problems with properties, etc.A good real estate agent does a lot more than just find houses.