The Most Important Part: Do Not Wait Until the Draw DropsEveryone waits for the fixtures.And that’s exactly why the early movers always win.Once the draw drops:Prices skyrocketAvailability evaporatesGroups scrambleFans panic-bookBusinesses lock in accommodation budgetsMedia teams secure long-term staysIf your calendar, pricing, or booking flow isn’t ready at that moment, you’re done.Global events like this don’t come around often.Most hosts will be asleep until it’s too late.A tiny minority will prepare early, structure their calendars properly, and absolutely dominate the booking surge.The difference isn’t skill.It’s timing.And timing is right now.Also, if you're property is within a few hours drive of any of the cities where the games are happening, scoop up the locals who will be looking to escape whilst the games are on Garrett, your Glamping locations are ideal! 

Finally, its funny you mentioned some trades as I recently toured a few schools to work on getting an HVAC/R degree at night whilst continuing to work full time as I could see how it could be beneficial with my interest in real estate acquisitions.

The best part is you get to meet a few great people whilst you're doing this, too.  

I use a spread sheet to itemize income and expenses.

The trick today is making sure the discount still makes sense, because the spreads aren’t what they used to be.

But these days, finding good deals with good spread has been tough for me.

The investors I work with who are consistently recycling capital are laser-focused on three things: buying right, forcing equity, and positioning the deal for a smooth DSCR refi.Here’s what I see working in Marion County:• You must buy further under market than you think.Most real BRRRR spreads in Ocala come from off-market deals, investor-focused agents, tired landlords, and light distress situations.

I'm building out a consistent deal pipeline focused on flips and future developments.Numbers Breakdown (Rough):Spread: ~$85,000Rehab: $15k–$25kHolding Costs: ~$1,500–$2,500/moPotential Profit: ~$40k–$55k before taxes, depending on rehab + financing termsLooking for Community Insight:Based on your experience, does this deal make sense at this price point and rehab level?

Even with low inventory, it feels like there are still pockets where the spreads work if you move quickly. 

Rising costs and flat income growth are eroding middle-class confidence, with consumer sentiment hitting a three-year low in recent surveys.The economic strain that began with lower-income households has now spread to the middle class, creating an increasingly bifurcated consumer landscape.