Risk is managed through discipline. • Buying right • Managing tightly • Avoiding speculation • Maintaining liquidity We are not chasing appreciation cycles. We are building durable assets that perform across time.

Is Property Management Handled In-House?

Investors Managing for Investors. In Tampa’s competitive real estate market, discipline and transparency matter. Before any property is approved for investment, it undergoes an independent third-party inspection to evaluate major systems, overall condition, and potential repair exposure. The findings are documented in a detailed report and uploaded to our Diligence Vault, giving investors access to the same information we review internally. Whether you are acquiring your first property or expanding a seasoned portfolio, our process is designed to provide clear data, realistic expectations, and protection of investor capital.

How Are Returns Calculated?

Projected returns are based on current market rent data, real operating expense benchmarks, and conservative vacancy assumptions. We do not rely on appreciation to justify an investment. Appreciation is treated as upside — not a requirement. Our focus is on stable cash flow, equity growth through disciplined purchasing, and long-term asset performance.

How Do We Underwrite and Stress-Test Deals?

Every opportunity goes through a structured underwriting process that evaluates: • Sustainable market rent • Operating expense ratios • Vacancy assumptions • Repair exposure • Neighborhood trends • Comparable resale values We run conservative scenarios before presenting a property. If the numbers only work under optimistic assumptions, we do not move forward. Cash flow must stand on its own. Provision of Crucial Information: Before an investor finalizes a purchase, Graystone ensures they are fully informed. They provide comprehensive data on each property, which includes financial performance, condition assessments, and market analysis specific to Tampa. Streamlining the Investment Process: Their approach aims to simplify the traditional investment process. By giving investors all the necessary information upfront, Graystone makes it easier for them to make informed decisions without navigating the usual complexities of real estate investment.

Why Are We Different From Traditional Agents?

Traditional agents focus on transactions. We focus on performance. Every property is evaluated from the perspective of long-term ownership — not short-term commission. Because we manage properties in-house, we work with real operating numbers daily. That gives investors visibility beyond spreadsheets and projections. Our goal is not just to help you buy a property — it’s to help you build a durable portfolio.

Graystone Investment Group is led by Jorge Vazquez, a 20+ year real estate investor who has been involved in over 3,500 transactions across multiple market cycles. Our team manages 300+ rental doors and operates across acquisitions, underwriting, financing coordination, and property management. We are not a traditional brokerage. We are an investment-focused firm built around long-term ownership and disciplined execution.

For Sale: 345 11th Ave NE, Saint Petersburg, FL 33701

345 11th Ave NE, Saint Petersburg, FL 33701

Address: 345 11th Ave NE, Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
Asking Price: $650,000
ARV: $900,000
Projected Monthly Rent: $5,400–$6,000
Rehab Estimate: $70,000 (2 units are already fully renovated!)

What Makes It Special?
✔ Vacant 1/1 units – ready to rent or customize!
✔ Prime location in St. Pete – no flood damage, and weathered recent storms like a champ.
✔ 10-year durable roof, newer water heater, and separate electric meters for easier management.

This deal checks all the boxes for cash flow and long-term equity growth.

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