I prioritize clear terms, fast underwriting, straightforward draws, no surprise fees, and a lender who picks up the phone.

If he does consider using FHA on the next one he'd be subject to many rules that will hinder his pick of FHA for the purchase assuming he vacates the current property to purchase the "new."

You’ve got three levers; pick the one that funds the highest‑ROI work with the least risk. 0% cards are fine for bite‑size, invoiceable items if you can pay them off before the promo ends.

Here’s what I consistently see working for new flippers right now:• Purchase Range: Most first-time investors do best picking up houses in the $150–$230K range.

But if your goal is to scale fast, pick the property that actually lets you keep moving.

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.

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.

Quote from @Adrian Dryden: I would suggest you pick 3-5 markets that you have either been to, used to live in, have family in, would like to visit in the future, or have heard a lot of investors having success in.

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.

The community is super collaborative, so you’ll pick things up quickly.Happy to share what I’ve seen others do when transitioning into a new area!