Identifying areas in southern Florida

[Drew Mullin]

Hi beginner for fix and flips. I need help. Anyone in southern Florida that could offer advice - def not looking for some program etc. 
would it make sense to try and partner with someone so someone else could help with identifying properties and both kindof would profit monetarily as well as stand at risk? 

is Florida too right do I need to look at other states. Help plz. lol 

[Jimmy Lieu]

Quote from @Drew Mullin:

Hi beginner for fix and flips. I need help. Anyone in southern Florida that could offer advice - def not looking for some program etc. 
would it make sense to try and partner with someone so someone else could help with identifying properties and both kindof would profit monetarily as well as stand at risk? 

is Florida too right do I need to look at other states. Help plz. lol 

Hey Drew, welcome to BiggerPockets! Partnering can definitely make sense, especially when you’re new and want someone with more experience to help with identifying deals, managing rehabs, and understanding local numbers. Just make sure any partnership is built on trust and that roles, responsibilities, and profit splits are super clear up front. Florida is still active for flips, but margins are tighter in many areas because prices have gone up a lot. If you’re open to looking out of state, you might want to check out markets like Columbus, Ohio. It’s still super affordable compared to most places, and there’s a ton of growth happening here—population is increasing, jobs are booming, and big companies like Intel, Amazon, Facebook, Google, and Honda are expanding in the area. Because prices are still in that $120K–180K range, you can find flips or light rehabs that actually pencil out and even keep some for long-term rentals if you want steady cash flow. Happy to connect and answer any questions you have!