I earn about 80k between two jobs, one of which is for a mortgage company, so I'm fairly knowledgeable about certain mortgage related concepts.

I'm still in the "Learning Phase" - picking up every book I can about real estate investing, listening to podcast/videos, and searching as much as I can for properties in the area to get an idea of the market.  

So Iv been Searching for A Detailed map of my Area (& other areas) for some time now.With the Conclusion of ' A pretty Basic Map, although Detailed down to the "Side Streets" Etc...Seem to be very Costly, I Started the process of ordering a 3' by 5' & like i said pretty basic as far as Added Features ( Population, Med.

I like this area because of its relation to all of the expansion between Austin and SA.

I'm on the search for a good deal now.

Because, the South Florida market, sell prices fluctuate so wildly compared to relatively stable cash flow markets like the mid-west. 

I'm wondering what people's thoughts are on the area, both as a rental market/cash flow, but also the chances of gaining some appreciation there if/when things improve there.It does look like there are some relatively reasonably priced (In terms of the average cost in Miami these days) properties for sale there - both single family and multi-family.

Definitely start jumping into the community here and feel free to ask any questions related to Real Estate investing!

I have been searching in the same areas for ~8 months and most properties will get under contract in a week, maybe shorter.  

They still will want inspections, appraisals, surveys, title search and insurance.