You have an excellent jump start- the VA loan is such an amazing tool to get the ball rolling.

Here's more info on what co-hosts can do according to Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1534 Steve - if I were considering starting a STR/MTR property management company but do not have a real estate license, are there workarounds? 

Start with why you want to do this.

BiggerPockets is full of resources designed to help you along your journey, whether you are just getting started or a seasoned investor.

Is it a bad idea to start investing if I don't live in the country.

Just started using https://www.turbotenant.com/ it gives you a focal point to house documents, gives you a credit report and some other things but it's still your decision to make with the collected information. 

So the biggest red flag here is how they start and explain the program.

Engage an investor-focused realtor/broker in your preferred market (this is not a residential realtor) and start 'tire kicking' the market and properties that fit your criteria.

Feel free to reach out if you’d like some additional resources or guidance on getting started.

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