Out of curiosity and given your comment about faith, do you see your ownership of the 14 units in RI your way of "giving back" to your home state and is that a driving force for your interest in acquiring 2 properties this year?

Entity Formation & Legal CostsExpenseLow Estimate ($)High Estimate ($)NotesSPV Formation (LLC or LP)$300$1,500Delaware LLC (~$300), legal service fees varyOperating Agreement$500$2,500Template (~$500) or custom legal workPrivate Placement Memorandum (PPM)$2,500$15,000Off-the-shelf ($2,500) vs. custom legalSecurities Filings (Reg D 506(b) or 506(c))$500$2,500SEC & state Blue Sky filingsAccredited Investor Verification (506(c))$1,500$3,000Performed by third-party verification servicesSubtotal: $5,300 – $24,500

He only pays $325/month.For people interested in the numbers:Purchase Price: $250,000Rents when fully occupied are $5,500/month (most units rent for $175/week) My monthly expenses are roughly $2000/month (working on lowering this buy buying the Water softener isnt of rent, switching the internet/cable company, and adding insulation in roof to lower my utility bills)The best way to get started is to just get started, I dont have all the answers but it seemed like a good deal and a great learning experience! 

First, it's the state for me!

I am also an investor in Augusta but am out of state so would like to access virtual meetups!

If you're planning on doing out of state investing, I would recommend a condo/townhouse.

Most states have very desirable areas to start investing in STR's.

I am hoping to get a few tips on first, how do you get the conversation started with leasing companies or agents?   

I'm a realtor, investor and own a construction company located in College Station, Tx.

Both on and off market - agents /owner occupants, local wholesalers/ investors, out of state wholesalers/ investors.