I like the black and natural wood contrast, I think that's a sharp combination. 

Would love to pick your brain on good contractors, CPAs, Property Managers, etc.

Things are picking up, finally, here in Miami/Fort Lauderdale.

Creative structures like seller carry or JV partnerships are also picking up — they’re great tools when used on the right projects.Overall, access to capital is still there, but it’s definitely favoring experienced investors who bring solid numbers and a clear exit plan.

So, owners mistakenly think price is the only differentiator – and look for a PMC like they’d shop for groceries☹We encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others by reading posts here on BiggerPockets from owners that picked a PMC solely by price and regretted it.We recommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Even if someone gives you a referral, do NOT make the mistake of assuming that just because a PMC met their expectations, they’ll meet your expectations.

Great question, Melissa — based on what we’ve seen across similar properties in SW Florida, pricing closer to the low-$710s range tends to generate stronger pre-season activity, especially for water-view homes without a pool.Showings typically pick up once listings sit just below a key search threshold, even within the same portal band.

Start with a tiny win you can control: pick one neighborhood, one property type, and one rehab level you’ll touch, then run noise-to-numbers on 20 deals and make 2–3 offers this week.

Speed and communication.You want same-day responses, fast title pulls, and a closer who actually picks up the phone.

Just pick the path that aligns with your goals, exit cleanly, treat the tenant well, and keep your focus on scaling the commercial side.

I mean, if you can help someone help you, it's a bonus.When a pipe bursts on Christmas Eve or a heat pump fails during a cold snap, the vendors who know you are the ones who pick up the phone first.