So I knew that was not a fit for me. 

If you’re still evaluating whether your current setup is the right long-term fit, I’d be happy to share how we typically approach delinquency prevention, owner reporting cadence, and oversight of maintenance when the manager is also acting as GC.Either way, I hope the building is trending in a better direction now — you’ve clearly done a lot of the hard work already.

Just to clarify our angle: I represent an investment group, and we’re actively acquiring single-family houses across Florida, primarily through foreclosure auctions and wholesalers.

So I'll probably try to buy a used building that fits my needs as soon as one becomes available in the area we prefer.As an Architect that works in NYC and the surrounding areas, I think this is a prudent choice.

Agents like this also understand deal structure, rent assumptions, ARV value and renovation realities that could help you assess if the property is the right fit for you.

The longer a project drags, the more pressure interest, insurance, and carrying costs put on your numbers — especially when capital is limited.If you’re open to it, I’m always happy to help think through which types of properties make the most sense for a first flip, walk through comps in different Houston pockets, and help you find a deal that fits both your capital constraints and your risk tolerance.

On the other hand, if your goal is to scale and your time is better spent acquiring the next deal, having a property manager in place can make a lot of sense.There’s no one-size-fits-all answer — the “right” choice depends on what you’re optimizing for right now.

I’m still in the process of building my team and narrowing down my first market, but this sounds like a great fit for what I’m trying to do.Thanks again for sharing your experience and insight — I really appreciate it. 

"High" cash flow is subjective but there are plenty of markets in this area that can fit the bill if you are flexible on how your cash is used. 

Reuben, I like Joshua’s perspective here, especially the part about not boxing yourself in on the first deal.From both a tax and practical standpoint, house hacking is often a great place to start, and it fits well with the areas you’re looking in, especially since it already aligns with your lifestyle.