To scale, I’d focus on defining financial goals, targeting specific property types, diversifying, and building a solid network.

I've been finishing up my Financial Planning degree at the University of Alabama.

If they don't you personal financial situation plays a bigger part in securing a loan. 

Maverick pointed to the agreement we signed that essentially relieved Maverick from any financial losses suffered by us.

If you ask nicely and promise not to share, you can usually get good financial information on the properties that are currently operating as a STR.If you're just starting out looking, you may not be aware of just how many cabins out there are poor quality builds due to the lack of codes.

For me, I'd rather have fewer doors owned outright that allow me to achieve my personal financial goals than having a large number of doors fully leveraged with less cash flow per door.

You operate a trade/business - then you have all deductions AND an obligation to issue 1099sB.

------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Recommend you first figure out the property Class you want to invest in, THEN figure out the corresponding location to invest in.Property Class will typically dictate the Class of tenant you get, which greatly IMPACTS rental income stability and property maintenance/damage by tenants.If you apply Class A assumptions to a Class B or C purchase, your expectations won’t be met and it may be a financial disaster.If you buy/renovate a property in Class D area to Class A standards, what quality of tenant will you get?

When you work a 9-5 job, you typically rely on colleagues assigned to you.As an investor, you have the OPPORTUNITY to assemble your dream team of professionals who share your ambition and can help you achieve your financial goals.

Portfolio = Income derived from financial instruments like dividends (including REITs), interest, royalties, and capital gains.Mostly income w/out loss potential, and favorable tax rates.Cap losses may offset cap gains w up to $3,000 loss.