Pete FL) and have studied numerous other markets (principally Chicago IL and Toledo OH) over the past 20 years. 

You should always take into account the worst-case scenario when doing a deal to see if the risk is worth the reward.

If you do the math conservatively on the front end it will be very rewarding.

You can use the proceeds on down payments for numerous smaller properties. 

They are ready for rough calls because we already practiced how to handle those calls beforehand.On top of having a better trained staff compared to our competitors the greatest reward to investing in our team's development is the positive feedback we get.My team is so appreciative of the intensive training we provide to them. 

   - Read numerous biggerpockets posts, podcasts, youtube channels etc

There are numerous books you can buy here from seasoned, successful, knowledgeable investors like @Brandon Turner @David Greene @J Scott @Joshua Dorkin and plenty more professional.

“Rich people analyze reward.

It's hard work but very rewarding.

Take on the liability as well as the reward.