I watched the 3:28:27 YouTube video "How to start an AirBnB business the ultimate free course" Rob posted on his channel Robuit and now feel equipped with everything I need to start my 1st STR.

I must have looked at dozens of videos, blogs, and reviews on all the different types of software available.For all you seasoned investors out there, what software would you recommend to new investors?

Account ClosedI'd house hack locally.  100%.And IF you are serious about OOS BRRRR in the Midwest - you're going to need to spend some time in person in your chosen market.If you buy a random property that you haven't seen just because people you don't know tell you "it's a deal" - you will lose money.

buying a random property just to 'do a deal' and not having a trusted core 4 will likely result in failure.https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/963/topics/1195280-expe...https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/48/topics/1137397-balti...

Because Detroit is actually Block-By-Block in many areas, we also take videos for our clients before they buy.Let us know how we can help you invest for success in Detroit...

Some say it’s possible to implement this strategy in Germany, while others claim you can't, due to regulations preventing the sale of mortgaged property before 10 years.There's a lot of confusion and misinformation, and no one seems to have solid information.This strategy is well-documented in the USA, with numerous videos on YouTube.

but would i liquidate all my assets and buy a bunch of random LTRs and try to max out 'cash flow'? 

And with a flip, you're transacting twice - a purchase and a sale.If you haven't yet check out Tarl Yarber's videos on YouTube. 

Lemons and lemonade.I'm not entirely sure about the specifics of your inspection program, but Louisville is suggesting random inspections for rental properties that are already leased to tenants.

with 20K you could probably buy a random investment property in the midwest.