@Bradley Shive I'm not sure if you are thinking of going this route, but NetWorth Realty (HML) has great properties and resources for buy and holds, as well as flips if you ever changed your mind. 

Not sure at this point to what capacity I am going to use it, regardless though, the education and information within the course has been very valuable.

Tampa big city and neighborhoods change quickly.  

Get educated eyes on it and go from there.

If most of the block is well kept, there is an opportunity to make or keep a property well kept, and if most of the block looks like there is little pride or care, you are likely not going to be able to make a change.  

I had the good fortune to buy several homes in texas and california between 2010-2013 .I financed the deals with private money and figured I would hold for 5-7 years.I have changed course and want to hold these properties for the long term.  

This is just a historical trend no one sees changing.

Also, if you have any suggestions that are must read material to educate myself in real estate investing, I'd really appreciate hearing what those are.

Is it safe to wait and see what the rates change too after the 3 year period.

Closing costs are also high as a percentage of the purchase price.You get into higher price points and the cost of fixing things relative to the overall value tends to be less of a percentage along with the closing costs.Many TK companies say newly rehabbed only to slap carpet and paint and change a few fixtures in the property.