Connecting with other investors, lenders, and property managers not only helps you learn faster but can also open doors to deals and partnerships you might not find otherwise.Would love to hear more about the types of commercial opportunities you’re exploring!

Planning a lean, compliance-first property-management firm in Central Texas (Austin–San Antonio corridor), operating with a formally appointed external supervisory broker (Designated Broker for a business-entity broker setup, or initially a Sponsoring Broker).

What I’m asking for (please be specific): Your experience launching under an external QB/BIC — what worked, what didn’t.Red flags (e.g., weak trust-account processes, slow ad approvals, unclear authority/access).Compensation models: monthly retainer, per-door supervision fee, rev-share, flat + performance, minimum terms/exit clauses.Ballpark ranges and how they scale with door count.Where you found them: NARPM Triangle chapter, local REALTOR associations, NCREC license/firm search, BP groups, LinkedIn, referrals.Contract must-haves (IC setup): authority, E&O proof, ad-approval SLA, trust-account signatories, data access, transition/exit clauses.  

.• I have research in various area such as Memphis, Cleveland, St.

Sounds like you’ve got a solid foundation with your LTRs and a smart plan to explore STRs in the Orlando area.

Real estate can offer financial freedom, but like any business, it demands focus, research, and smart decision-making.

At this point it has just been a tax write-off.

We've researched and gathered this type of info for our Metro Detroit market - and we have more!

Explore other resources such as online courses, podcasts, or real estate investment forums.

-Read & learn daily on new methods and compare & contrast processesAre there markets you think are still worth exploring?