That's my personal style; not threatening or hostile, but more of a " hey, lets see if we can get this back on track, otherwise you'll probably have to move back in with your Mom...".If your money is so tight as the landlord that you are maximally stressed over rent coming a few days late, you need to work that out on your end and not create a problem where there really isn't one. 

As said above look for an agent or investment that offers a proven turnkey process with "boots on the ground" in the market you're looking at.  

I'd like to just get under some mentorship for a path that is proven and works in real estate.

We are on track on attempting to do the same thing the first quarter of next year.

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Do you believe I am overthinking using the Tax Code Section 469; “Real Estate Professional Status,” and achieving that status with STR’s or should I just stick with the proven LTR “House Hacking” strategy and build my RE Portfolio that way? 

To stay on track, I suggest having a detailed project timeline and regularly checking in with your team to keep everyone aligned.The real estate market can change quickly, impacting your projected sale price.

@Josh CockerYou're on the right track and congrats on such a move. 

To answer your question about inspecting the property, an investor friendly realtor should be able to help connect you with a local inspector with a good track record and multiple property managers who should also be able to help answer most of your questions.