Do not try to qualify as a real estate professional with a w2.

These are professionals with additional training and a stricter code of ethics.

I'm not sure what part of FL you're in and what properties cost there but could you buy something locally and rent it out or do MTR or STR (to traveling nurses or corporate professionals and/or people vacationing)?

I serve as the acquisition manager for a private equity firm specializing in retail and industrial properties.I'm on the hunt for networking events in NYC specifically geared towards commercial real estate professionals.

But of course, building has it's own challenges. 

It has been an awesome journey - of course full of ups and downs but all learning experience!

While I work towards becoming a professional engineer and working with developers, my goal is to own a couple multi-unit properties by the time I’m 30.

We are surrounded by state and national forests as well as several ski mountains and golf courses.

We also looking for highly skilled professionals to add to our team.       

Quote from @Agustin Rossi: I use Propertyware, which is for professional property managers.