I know people that are really good at their trade (plumbing, cleaning, electrician, etc) but they don't have financial discipline, they don't know how to market, they suck at customer service, they don't use tools to their advantage, etc.Cody Sanchez (lady in the video) buys different types of businesses and makes them profitable by applying basic business disciplines.

Network with professionals, use tools like BiggerPockets Rental Property Calculator, and explore grants or incentives for affordable housing.Good luck!

I have heard of Note School, Paperstac academy, Note Investors University, Note newbie, and Note Investor Tools, to name a few. 

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You say you have the tools and education to start " flipping," as you say, but  what if it's harder than you think?

I would recommend a mix of both that aligns with your plan, the money you are giving up earlier could be a tool or vice versa. 

I successfully run 1 STR and have a 2nd that an inherited PM handles.I have Vrbo and Airbnb they will sync with each other with no external software.I set pricing easily by using the built in tools that Vrbo provides.Automated messages are built into both platforms.Vrbo keeps my calendar slammed, but I take direct bookings as needed, simple to do.I have no additional 3rd party fees to very sucessfuly run and manage my property needing only a a few minutes per week.

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Be sure to check out the free tools BP provides to help analyze deals you may have and also market insights.

Be sure to check out the free tools BP provides to help analyze deals you may have and also market insights.