They don't understand how to price effectively, study the market, set boundaries with tenants, establish policies and procedures, communicate, and dozens of other things.

The first thing to focus on is understanding your target guests and tailoring your property to their needs.

For context I am a full time lender and understand DTI and have very good credit. 

We're new to real estate and would appreciate advice on our current home in Texas and our future place in Oregon.We love our house in Austin and aren't ready to sell, but as a long-term rental, it would yield (from what I understand) negative cash flow, covering principal and interest but not taxes and insurance.

If you are going to sell then you must understand the tax implications. 

Just came off his webinar which was obviously a replay even though they made it appear as live.Lots of sales techniques like social proof, testimonials, people buying it live, time scarcity...understandable else it's proven that people don't buy combined with the fact that Jerry is a busy man...Have things changed as of today?

5C's of credit are a good framework to understand the fundamentals.

Some states are easier than others; however, it is important to understand the process and laws of owning properties in another foreign state.

This will give you a clear understanding of its rental potential and whether it’s worth it as an investment.

I  understand your logic but it is a new construction where they will not reduce the price in lieu of broker commission to keep their comps high.