On the construction side I have an advantage because I'm a very experience contractor that can handle multiple big or small projects, specially out of state.I started now because I got all my systems in place!

Connect with a real estate agent specializing in investment properties in your target areas.Good luck!

I recommend finding an accountant who specializes in real estate taxation and tax planning.You may want to consider working with your accountant remotely to expand your options.I would also recommend looking for a accountant willing to work with you throughout the year.

@Cliff SongYou can usually speak to a lawyer who specializes in LLCs without any cost initially. 

Here they say you get them with 0 upfront costs and free after the special tax program and what not. but 95% of them Nobody can qualify for.

My friend @Andrew Bosco specializes in medium term rentals (it should be similar furnishings to STR) and has a pretty sweet checklist that he utilizes for furnishing the property.

A security deposit is for when they have possession of the unit.

Other, more specialized private lenders will make second-position lower-dollar loans.

This will be my first time buying a house and I would love to connect with some locals/Vegas investors and get some advice on the area.I got pre-approved today and have an agent through an investment firm that specializes in rentals/investment properties.

Most of the unsuccess stories can be tied to bad "turn key" single family home investor companies in which you didn't work with a buyer's agent that specializes in KC multifamily.