Here’s how I usually suggest people think about it when starting from scratch, based on what you’ve been circling around in your advice:Start with education, but keep it practical.

I am a residential investment loan officer and encourage you to utilize me as a resource to help you navigate through and become better educated about lending options / borrower strategies.

What we're doing to sell timely is educate the owners/sellers that the market is much different now than in the 2021-2022 market where you could sell at 110% of market value, ensure the property is tip top condition and price the property appropriately. 

I have been consuming as much education/reading regarding out of state investing as I can as well as literature regarding buying larger buildings (not quite the syndication level) although I have been reading that material as well to digest.

Having the inside scoop provided education and opportunities that would taken me years if ever to figure out on my own.

Unfortunately, people do not do the work to educate themselves about the sales and have no idea what they are doing.

For Florida, you could also look into using Florida Land Trusts to hold real property.Note: This information is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, financial, or investment advice.

Hello so I just closed on my first property and thought I was educated with how hard money lenders works but seems I may have misunderstood. 

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!

Nobody can ever take away education!