I'm interested in investing in rental properties around Columbia as well, I'd love to connect with fellow investors and/or agents with experience working with investors.

From my experience, section 8 tenants will go above and beyond to maintain their section 8 support if it becomes at risk.  

I had prior MHP ownership experience and all the homes were tenant owned and were about $150 below market.

But would love to hear some of your Advice and / or Experience anyone has had as they've gone down this investing journey!

In my experience investors love talking about investing.

Most small landlords will choose $1,000,000 in liability coverage, but in my experience, you can ask them to increase this. 

Stocking your Airbnb is an opportunity to create a standout guest experience.

Mortgage Broker/ Bank/ Hard Money Lender – Someone that has experience working with other investors.

Cold calling is already such a poor-performing strategy. the ONE thing good about cold calling is that you are talking to a HUMAN, building rapport, and asking and answering questions.Now that ONE good thing about it is taken away...Like David above me, no experience, and it would indeed be interesting to see how it does, but that doesn't take away from what I mentioned above.

This will be my first time purchasing an STR, and I have no prior experience.