Do you focus on local Florida cities or do you diversify across multiple states?

You may be able to find a local bank that would hold the note if you bought it outright, but anything under $50k and most times under $75k is hard to borrow against...it's just too low for a bank to make any money without triggering usury or State/Federal fee limits like they mentioned.

I buy regularly but have not purchased since Dec 2021 due to the numbers not meeting my but criteria.  

I need to make my first move so as to avoid analysis paralysis but I don't know how to go about it.I hope to meet a mentor(s) who can help me with my vision to own numerous single and multi family rentals to create cash flow, financial freedom, and a legacy for my family.

Have you connected with any local wholesalers to get on their mailing list?

I would prefer to find a local CPA that I can actually meet with face to face if need be, at least for now just getting started.

Quote from @Ryan Davies: I'm in UtahNice to meet you Ryan, I am in Southern Utah.

I do live in El Paso, TX and would love to meet those investing in this area for STR's that would like co-hosting assistance.

@Margarita Bozhenkova,great to finally find a local investor!

You can also check meetup.com or search facebook for real estate investment groups, clubs, or meetings in your area.