You are getting into an algorithm based business and the hospitality business.

Each step of the plan is reverse engineered from the financial goals...like prerequisite classes when the goal is a collage degree.

I don't see that mentionedAnd what about engineering?

Quote from @Brandon Elliott: Those platforms use computer algorithms based on raw data (zip code, square feet, # of beds/baths, etc.) but they cannot account for qualify of build, what the neighbor's house looks like, and other factors.

Huntsville-area employers are looking to fill more than 15k positionsMICHAEL SEALEJULY 25, 2022(Michele Brock / Crestwood Medical Center)If you are looking for a new job, or your first job or even a side gig, the Huntsville area is a great place to start that search, as this week’s job listings from Indeed.com show more than 15,000 job openings in and around the Rocket City.Jobs in the area include hundreds in the medical, engineering and tech fields.

… I’ve read a few posts on their site from hosts about cancelation fees, tech issues including algorithmic affects, etc.   

My question is ..Should I start up the marketing engine to start finding deals and then if something comes across thats good, start to look for some private capital OR wait and save up the 20% (around 100k minimum in my area) before marketing looking for deals? 

Take as many real estate, legal, civil engineering, structural engineering, and finance classes as you can. 

From there, you can connect with people in your localmarket.Just remember, don't spam anyone as the algorithm willblock you.Also, if you would like a recommendation to a DSCR lender, feel free to connect.Hope this helps!

Maybe it's because I am an engineer by trade and somewhat systematic by nature, but I think real systems start to matter after maybe 20 properties, maybe more.