Some have pointed out the fallacy that to be licensed in some way is different upon the operation. 

Quote from @Paul Azad Azad: Great webinar/format, please keep it up.If Monday is GP and operating the property, who is RSN?

If you are able to setup a credit card identical to your accounts payable accrual account, it should operate the same.  

I currently operate a few STRs so have a good understanding of that aspect although they're all located in touristy locations.

By the most important thing (if that's what you're doing) is to have a really good operator who knows the laws, has experience and is above board so they won't leave you high and dry. 

Any luck on motivating realtors in the area to actually get operating expenses/lease agreements for Jackson County specifically George?

Just make sure you are saving towards those slow months during the peak months, buy a deal at the right price (don't overpay just because its a turnkey STR or you think it will make more money than projected), and look into ways to increase bookings during those slow months with some marketing and operation tweaks. 

Fannie Mae will allow you to transfer the deed to an LLC if you decide to try to go the conventional route, but the loan would still be in your names and you'll need to pay a title company a second time post-closing to do this  for you. 3) I can't speak for the area so no comment there4) If you're self managing, make sure you find vendors you can trust in the area since you won't be able to easily verify if an HVAC guy, plumber, etc. is trying to rip you off and tell you to buy something you don't actually need. 5) Make sure you have clear alignment of goals and a clear operating agreement that spells out what to do if those goals start to not align in the future since you'll be jointly obligated to these properties. 

Therefore, your financial freedom hinges on new companies continuously moving into the city, creating replacement jobs.Companies have many options when selecting a location to set up operations.

The key is to pick a lane—focus on improving as an investor, finding great deals, and letting a solid property manager handle the operations.