Tanner, if you can house hack locally I'd definitely go that route.

I’d ask the current owners to carry back a mortgage, say you make a down payment and agree to pay them 5 or 6%.  

Here are some tips for networking and making the most of your account. 1) I'd fill out your profile fully before you do anything else!

I'd assume California is similar.

I’d say do what you can to get them out now.

You could also move into the Tampa property later on - although I would say this is a rare practice because people usually like to take advantage of the primary home loans if they are going to live in it (people usually live in, and then rent).

I'd even recommend looking up on public records of some beat up small family in the area and calling them personally to see if they would sell you their property that needs work, especially if they owned it over 10 year, that usually means they are tired of it, and investing in bigger projects. 

Hey Adrian,I'd love to take a look at the house and see if how I can help!

I'd definitely check that one out.

I’d be honored to be a guest on your show.