I know that there are real estate groups out there, but I thought that this would be a good idea for some of us that want to improve, exchange ideas and have a more direct communication with each other, without leaving the comfort of our house.So my idea is to connect with other Florida real estate investors, and analyze 2-3 potential deals that we are considering through a conference call.

@Max TanenbaumIt might be worth your while to run your numbers and look at a partial 1031 exchange.  

Looking forward to exchanging ideas and hearing about your successes.  

Brian- one word of caution- one of the biggest mistakes made during a 1031 exchange is making a poor purchase choice because of tight time frames and the need to "beat the clock"  Don't let the 1031 tail wag the dog.

However, this site thrives on interactions and as such we encourage two way exchanges and look forward to educational and thought provoking ideas relevant to REI. http://www.biggerpockets.com/starthere Setting up Keyword Alerts How to Use @Mentions on BiggerPockets 25 Tips for Real Estate SuccessBefore your 1st purchase, please ensure you visit the below link for some tips. http://www.realestate.com/advice/buying-your-first-investment-property/ eBookhttp://www.biggerpockets.com/files/user/brandonatbp/file/real-estate-rewind-a-biggerpockets-community-book Blog http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/02/09/how-to-start-investing-real-estate-young/ Lastly, don't forget the podcasts, webinars, #askbp podcast and the blogs.

However, this site thrives on interactions and as such we encourage two way exchanges and look forward to educational and thought provoking ideas relevant to REI. http://www.biggerpockets.com/starthere Setting up Keyword Alerts How to Use @Mentions on BiggerPockets 25 Tips for Real Estate SuccessBefore your 1st purchase, please ensure you visit the below link for some tips. http://www.realestate.com/advice/buying-your-first-investment-property/ eBookhttp://www.biggerpockets.com/files/user/brandonatbp/file/real-estate-rewind-a-biggerpockets-community-book Blog http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/02/09/how-to-start-investing-real-estate-young/ Lastly, don't forget the podcasts, webinars, #askbp podcast and the blogs.

An outright sale might be the simplest and most cost effective solution; you could do a 1031 exchange into a more profitable rental property perhaps?

I think what makes a good REI meeting is having other investors there and being able to meet and share stories and exchange info.  

if you do not need the cash to live on then i would do a 1031 exchange to avoid paying any capitol gains taxes.

You might also consider purchasing a franchise store.Or you may use creative financing to work a no money down payment deal for a business in exchange for a share of profits/ ownership in the future after you develop it.But do your due diligence as always