{Fun fact: we actually tried STR by the rooms and we cash flowed like crazy...but we didn't realize that we needed a permit and so we had to stop it} We did alot of pre-qualification work to make sure the prospective tenants are trustworthy...but you are never sure 100% anyways. 

Properties are affordable and rents are high, making cash flow achievable here despite high interest rates and rising home values.

Cash flow may exist slightly better in San Antonio, but if it does truly grow into a large cap city expect the property tax to start wiping it away.

Another troubling stat is that of the large number of the businesses that fail, a significant portion of those do so because of cash flow problems or because they simply run out of money to continue operating.If you don’t want your real estate investing business to be counted in the number that goes under this year, it’s crucially important that you have a keen understanding of the “health” of your business at all times.

I think Orlando will take some time before you are cash flow positive unfortunately.

I want to be considerate of your efforts, but also provide constructive critisim.

From what I have seen some of these outlying areas can provide better cash flow, less competition and less regulations.

(We have excellent credit and cash flow) Where to start etc. 

I’ve also found that they don’t always take into consideration what price I paid for the property.

Anything with a Raleigh or Durham address doesn't work as an investment property unless a chunk of equity is left in the deal (for those needing cash flow).