A client of mine in Maryland added smart home features to their rentals and boosted rents by 12% with minimal investment.

DOM can be minimized by a number of different factors including the quality of marketing, rent price, availability to show. 

Udemy and Coursera have affordable options, and they could help you feel more confident when pitching yourself.It sounds like you’re in a great position to get started.

He markets himself to no end and I see more stuff from him than anyone else, but he is one giant sales pitch. 

I wouldnt pay any money for it, I believe the learning part is learning how to find deals / pitch subject to.

All nice and cordial on the sales pitch but deliver NOTHING!  

I also filled out the contract to minimize the fee, and we reviewed it together.

@Yamil NafRaising $160,000 for your short-term rental (STR) venture is a great goal, and there are several ways to structure the deal to minimize your upfront costs while attracting investors.

The best thing about a new build is the capital expenses and maintenance and repairs will be minimal for many years.  

I would buy a deal that at least minimally cashflows (they exist) and then plan to refi in the 18-36 month window.