Amazing that with all this they manage to be one of the bigger players in the market.

Over 50% of my NW is in real estate, most of it rented, but at a low CAP because the resort property is worth so much more than the rents will bear.

If not, would you happen to know how often wholesalers there typically must resort to double closings, as opposed to assigning contracts? 

My realtor (and two other realtors) confirmed that this particular complex was zoned “resort” therefore all the condos were automatically able to be short term rentals.

Supposedly in Osceola, Polk, & Lake county you can operate an airbnb but you're talking a half hour + to resorts. 

Maybe put a Blu-Ray player in there? 

We are looking at a new construction resort beach front villa in Mexico.

I also suggest you buy a property in one of the resort style communities while this will have a higher HOA cost it will allow you to use all the great amenities that they have such as the pools, clubhouse, fitness center, and other great amenities that some of these resorts offer as part of your marketing material.Long-term rental opportunities can still be found in Central Florida including areas between Tampa and Orlando.

The Sponsors that you are talking about are the BIG players and, yes, it's much more difficult for the common accredited investor to get involved.

They opened up all the windows due to the smell and all stayed up stairs to sleep overnight and some of the the people got a Room at the Resort down the street.