It is an one of many indicators and I actually used other data on the report more than the score itself.

So I pulled data from 40 properties my team has owned or managed in Florida between 2015 and 2025 — and compared it to Zillow’s Home Value Index.Here’s what I found:Zillow shows Florida homes up roughly 13% per year over the past decade.Our 40-property sample averaged around 15–16% annually, with the top performers hitting 20%+ a year.That extra 3–5% doesn’t sound like much until you realize it compounds.

An LLC gives you a liability buffer; if something goes sideways with a tenant or an injury, it’s harder for them to come after your personal assets.

Run your numbers conservatively, build in a buffer for taxes/holding costs, and don’t underestimate timelines.

There are at least two large-scale data center projects planned, and some large manufacturers have opened up shop.

Spoiler, data collection methodology.Let’s get into it.

It doesn't seem like a difficult request to satisfy if you owned an apartment complex, but a small landlord with single properties won't have nearly enough data to satisfy this request.

Six days of controlled drying (dehumidifiers + airflow) brought readings down below 15%, preventing mold.A few quick lessons from the field:Act within 24–48 hours after a leak or flood.Use moisture meters or hygrometers—don’t rely on sight or touch.Track readings until materials reach normal levels (around 8–15% MC for wood).Keep gutters clear and sump pumps tested before storm season.Anyone else tracking drying data or using instruments after storms?

When it comes to screening, the cheapest report is never the best deal, it’s usually just the cheapest data.

Compare that with what you’re hearing on the ground to see if the stories align.This approach gives you data you can use to start a constructive conversation with the PM company and helps protect your long-term investment.