(Especially when you live at your investment, it can be time and attention consuming, but it's an incredible way to learn the ins and outs of real estate investment.)3) Attending local meet-ups is a great way to make connections and learn.

If the biggest most experienced fish in the market can’t hit a normal timeline it’s going to be incredibly difficult for a one off build with no experience.

The IRS Chief Counsel released a memo stating that to perform cost segregation properly one must have knowledge of construction, construction techniques, design, auditing and estimation procedures.

This can be an incredible tax benefit that is being under-utilized because it is complex.  

Quote from @Bubba McCants: I have the same technique as Drew: copy from others, customize to your business model and laws, refine as you go.I started with a two-pager that was built in the 80s and never updated.

That doesn't mean Engelo doesn't use false scarcity as a sales technique.

and are open to providing guidance, I would be incredibly grateful for the opportunity to connect with you.

Have any of you found the same to be true, or are the STRs incredibly profitable and I am just not understanding the economics of STRs?

This can be a smoother, more amicable way to regain possession of the unit.Lastly, tapping into local landlord associations can be incredibly helpful.

Your post hasn't dampened my motivation—instead, it's been incredibly valuable.