There are no upfront costs so why not establish a relationship with someone who actively represents real estate investors and move forward with vetting your ideas.Best.

I would say it depends on the cost of the STR.

The masterminds often encourage students to finance the new-car like entrance fees on a credit card, on the promise of just a single deal covering all the entrance costs. 

I am trying to get a good hang of the rehab costs since I’m new to the are (from Dallas).

Additionally, cost segregation and bonus depreciation can accelerate tax benefits.Because filing as single taxpayers limits certain deductions, planning in advance ensures you maximize benefits while avoiding complications.

If I were to guess, I would think that the new administration will bring positive change to the housing sector by removing regulations that impede builders, and affect building material costs. 

Finding a condo that allows Airbnb/STR will be challenging, they're rare and cost more because of it. 

The city also benefits from a relatively low cost of living compared to other major cities, attracting both renters and investors.

Like any investment, there’s a learning curve—understanding which properties qualify, accurately estimating renovation costs to pass inspections, and managing typical real estate risks.Having a reliable maintenance and management team in place is key to long-term success.

GC's are all very well prepared in contracts now post covid, so there will be job stops when there isn't $ to cover those job cost runs.