I would also highly encourage you to become active in your local real estate clubs if you are not already.

I was hoping for a referral from a local investor who has had a similar need and worked with someone they were happy with.

Would the FL Land Trust be considered the local entity that can act in FL court (eviction, code enforcement, ...)?

Go to BUILD YOUR TEAM at the top of your screen and you can search for other MEMBERS or LOCAL MEETUPS.

Here is a link to a REI networking event hosted by a local hard money lender I can recommend: https://noblemortgage.com/events/houston-real-estate-social/Quote from @Detrick Bell: Goodmorning BP family,I’m just now starting out my REI journey & I wanted to connect with those who are investing in the Houston market.

I’m also starting to attend local meetups this week, posting on forums, and telling my network about the business to get my name out there. 

The main monthly meeting is held in Raleigh and it would be a good group for you to get plugged into to get more local contacts and learn more.

If the location fits your lifestyle you will find someone to help you invest either local to where you move or not. 

I am interested in meeting local investors in the area or attending meetups to continue my introduction and know folks with experience such that I can learn, JV or just be a spectator eager to learn.Thanks,Nick

To find out whether home hacking is feasible, do a complete analysis of the local real estate market, taking into account trends, rental costs, and property values.