Obviously the net number is what's most important to sellers typically but I have found escaltion clauses and offering free rent backs to the seller are just a couple of ways to make your offer stand out. 

(M2M Lease)A couple days later Tenent texts me and says they have left the property effectively today (bf doesn’t help out with bills, drama, etc). and wants off lease. 

He has a couple of STRs in St.

I've allowed pets in my STR for five years and haven't had any problems except some extra cleaning a couple times, which was paid for by the guest. 

My husband and I live in San Antonio and have been investing in real estate for a couple years.

I am wondering if my first steps (past the education part) is to build a network of people who know, like, and trust me through posting content like newsletters, articles, podcasts, doing webinars, going to events (aka build my brand), or, should I first find a deal and then raise capital?

Wait a couple of years and use your investment knowledge/experience along with your equity to invest in other properties i.e. those located in less expensive markets.All the best!

@Kyle Luman, There's a couple more things I would add. 

Also talk with an insurance broker and be upfront with them and ask for quotes on a couple on the market deals that would be similar to what you want.

I would buy from a brand that is offering 1.9% financing like Hyduai.