After submitting 45 offers, we found a gold mind.

The streets in Tampa are not "paved with gold."

Included in those contacts  will be lenders, title companies/attorneys, inspectors, contractors, etc.Having closed 203k deals with clients here in Connecticut, I can tell you that surrounding yourself with people that have a good reputation and experience in closing these types of transactions is vital to closing your deal with minimal hassles. 

If I can give one piece of advice that will save your life...listen up here this is gold...when you start a project, finish it before even looking at another one!

That 400K home was put under contract by Gold Coast homes for 587K LOL!

Every year that you can keep a tenant is vital.

I think most would agree that whatever the baby boomers touched, turned to gold, since they have been the largest generation.

Welcome to bp Jasmine this is the best sight to start your Rei start off by reading the ultimate beginners guide to see the part of Rei you want to focus on stick with it and also listen to podcast they have vital information and ask question from the pros they are willing to help so you can succeed read ,read Rei books you will succeed Good luck In your Rei.

Knowledge of your market, whether close to home or across the country, is vital to a successful investment. 

They're worth GOLD and if you muck it up with low quality materials an workmanship, you're taking a D**P in your own bed of roses.