Check out https://fernwood.team/ They are very experienced in the LV market. 

depends on the market, Typically we use 75% of ARV minus repairs and the fee you would like to make.

Just listened to an interesting episode of the Bigger Pockets podcast with @josepha and it got me thinking about investing in a section 8 rental properties in more expensive markets, particularly my hometown Los Angeles.

Two of the homes are over 25yrs old, and offer the upside potential to renovate and increase rents to market once the current tenants move.Question to this community is, are there any recommendations for lenders in this deal size and in this area?

Hello BP community,I am relatively new to RE investing and my second rental is currently on the market.

Smells of cooking or smoking are likely to do so as well.Having said all of the above, the flats I'm familiar with have rented reasonably well at market rents.

Brooksville's growing market further enhanced its appeal.

but again, recent changes in the market have made cash flow much tougher just about everywhere.i don't invest in Florida myself but I'd pick a couple markets, go to each one in person, and look at as many places as you can. 

A higher cap rate indicates a better investment, as it means the property is generating more income relative to its cost.Our findings suggest that Reno is a good market for real estate investors, as it offers the potential for strong cash flow returns.

Using Loopnet or Crexi identify the top Commercial agents in that market for your type of investment.