This post addresses the first question above through my own research: appreciation of new construction versus older/existing homes.Scope & methodologyOut of Scope: I have found lots of articles on the pros and cons of buying a new vs existing home.

This is classica analysis paralysis fodder.

If this is the wrong approach please let me know what you think is the right one. 

However, finding this in Florida has been quite challenging.

A lot of new builds have been popping up on the same street after having lots subdivided, so I do see quite a bit of potential in this property.

If anyone has any advice on this process or obtaining loans for this type of investment that would be very helpful.

This broker has bought and sold several deals for us.

Has this ever happened to anyone?

Does anyone have advice or contacts for a lender that would be able to help us out in this situation?

For example, could this potentially be a cash boom opportunity within the adjacent areas such as Kenosha and Mount Pleasant where one could buy low, sell high within a relatively short amount of time through appreciation, or would the presence of Microsoft increase cash flow in those areas?