Assume a couple of months of vacancy, consider potential unexpected repairs (like HVAC or plumbing issues), and test the numbers with rents dropping by 10-15%.

Get there in person and find the house in a sink hole or wrapped in meth lab tape or some other huge issue not seen online.#5 There used to be a lady named Sandra Edmonds I believe and she went by the name of TAx Lien Lady. 

The LLC is just me and my wife that owned the initial property so that wouldn't be an issue here. 

The Fannie and Freddie programs handle this issue slightly differently.

No issues with MTRs in duplexes, triplexes, and quads.

They refuse to get their payment processor on a call with me and amex to resolve the issue. 

The real issue you should address up front is what does the seller want?

We hardly ever get a call or text about any issues.

Central Florida is a solid market with strong rental demand, especially in growing areas like Orlando, Tampa, and Lakeland.Focus on building relationships with local agents, lenders, and property managers—they’ll help you identify good deals.

You have to watch out for properties that hit 1% or higher, but have cap ex and tenant issues.