the  I have seen a lot of properties come and go.  

Find a house that comes up on the wholesale list that has a lot of bedrooms and buy it as an investment property with a hard money loan.

Lower Start-Up CostsTraditional real estate investing requires 20%-25% down, making it difficult for many to scale quickly.

congrats on your success and future success to come. would love to connect

Here is a video that runs down the basics - https://s-media.nyc.gov/agencies/specialenforcement/01-Legal...There is also a prohibited building list - https://www.nyc.gov/site/specialenforcement/registration-law...Here are some more info overall - https://www.nyc.gov/site/specialenforcement/registration-law..All of this makes STRs in the city pretty tough but it certainly not impossible.

When it comes to housing, the FHA rules apply in addition to those of your state/city.

I look forward to fostering a growth in knowledge, understanding, and connection by utilizing the tools and resources provided through bigger pockets.Thank you for your time,Brian Luter

As for holding properties under an LLC, there are definitely pros and cons—it can offer liability protection and tax benefits, but it also comes with additional costs and paperwork, so it really depends on your goals and risk tolerance. 

You have the advantage of knowing people in the space and being a trusted source for housing for people coming in. 

You deserved two of them for your AL stand-up routine.