Quote from @Michael Smythe: @Joe S. how is this different than any other business?

I see people purchasing new STR's here and others dumping their properties or converting into LTR's. 

To navigate the nuance in the laws properly for compliance and to accurately structure our LLC, I am looking to consult with an attorney who knows immigration + business + tax laws. 

yes, its a people business.

Building a team is something after you build the skills yourself, then teach them to other people to leverage more and more.

There are people that do flipping in other states while they live in another state from the projects and they are successful, but they have built a team while doing it. 

That growth is unevenChase JordanFri, January 24, 2025  The ever-growing Charlotte region is home to 3 million people, but the population is projected to swell by more than 50% over the next 25 years, according to local researchers.By 2050, some 4.6 million people will be living in Mecklenburg County and surrounding areas, the Charlotte Regional Business Alliance said in a report released Thursday.

Often people overthink this.

Lee Arnold is by far one of the best people in the business.

When you find good ones, try to always keep them busy.