With that being said I'll obviously be focusing on out of state.I know Ohio is mentioned a lot around here, specifically Columbus, and I'm an Ohio State alum, so that would be pretty cool to secure my first property in Ohio.

If you need help with landlord laws, house backing strategies, or traditional MTR investing specific to New Jersey happy to help.

For example, are there specific documents or information I should prepare, or would identifying a target property first be more beneficial?

Let me know if you have any specific questions, and I’ll be happy to answer!

Here are the specifics on our Seattle house: 5br 4ba 3,400 sq ft, built in 2019, $1.7M est sale price, $5.5K-$6K/mo est rental value, 4.0% mortgage with $3.3K monthly payment, around $1M in equity. 

I would also add that you join your local REIA chapter (Real Estate Investor Association) as it will allow you to network with other STR owners and get more location-specific information. 

If you’re unsure about which specific account to choose, ask a local CPA or banker, since every situation can vary.

We have a PMA, but it doesn't  seem to address these things in a way that is specific enough to where they're violating the agreement. 

Specifically, must this be a commercial/business loan type where you have higher rates and shorter loan life or is there an alternative loan type? 

Listen to podcasts, read books, and if you plan to invest in the Netherlands find some resources that speak to that market specifically.