I invest and work here (think Destin, 30A, Panama City Beach), and while it’s still competitive, the barrier to entry is a lot more manageable than Hawaii.

They are family owned and also have some of the lowest office fees and most competitive commission splits in our market. 

Affordability issues sidelined a lot of buyers but NAR seems confident that pent-up demand, job growth, and tight inventory will push the market forward.My thoughts:A 4% price increase feels realistic given the supply constraints, but the real question is: will inventory finally loosen up, or will more buyers just fuel more competition?

crap I just wrote a long response and the site went down so here is the crib notes.1. ton of competition for investor dollars so investors look for highest returns and work backwards.2. sophisticated investors look at returns as a function of risk.3. less experinced investor tend to be bigger risk takers.4. to raise money one needs verifiable back ground and a deal that is simple to describe.

Each upgrade was strategically selected to match Nashville’s competitive buyer expectations, maximizing the property's final market value.What was the outcome?

The ideal home price for you will depend on: 1) downpayment size 2) risk appetite, 3) preference for more cash flow or appreciation.Given our price points, our investors need to have 35-45K to start, on average.The typical cash-on-cash return on our properties net of loan payments, insurance, taxes, and property management fees is 6-8%.Ultimately, you can obtain financing from any lender, although we have partner lenders that can provide very competitive rates.

Not replying to my message or call.Based on your extended experience, is that how it works in this industry? 

Just make sure it’s someone who actually does deals in the area, not just talks about them.Florida isn’t “too hot” to get into, but it’s definitely competitive, especially in places like Miami, Tampa, and Orlando.

Lower Purchase Price per Door:Although a single home can feel expensive relative to a duplex or triplex, each “door” in a small multifamily property may cost significantly more in competitive investor-dense markets.

Update Your Pricing for Every Host City Match DateThis is the big one.You are not looking at a “busy weekend event.”You’re looking at multiple waves of global demand.These dates are high-value, high-competition, travel-heavy booking windows.If your calendar is still showing your normal rates… you’re done before you’ve even started.Why this matters:Fans travel in groupsThey book fast once fixtures dropThey’re willing to pay premium ratesThey stay longer than you thinkLocal supply dries up ridiculously earlyDon’t be the host who leaves thousands on the table simply because your calendar still shows your shoulder-season pricing.2.