And I see all these people doing it with this scheme and that scheme, and real estate investing content seems a golden ticket. 

You'll learn what contractors are good at such repairs, and eventually people will start bringing you "problem properties" with that issue.Another related idea: contact a good local realtor and ask them if they know of any on or off market properties that would be a hard sell for most buyers. 

I’ve been in this space for a long time, coaching and investing, and I love helping people get started.

It is my understanding that people refinance and then use those funds other ways (personal living, investing, some to buy another property) as a means to minimize tax obligation. 

I'm always down to chat to people about REI, especially in the Pittsburgh market.

Based off videos and research i have done lots of experienced people say the homes should be under $10k.

And people were signing up left and right.  

My father did this in Portland on two properties, for elderly people I think. 

I want to connect with people that already have some Airbnb investing experience to ask a few questions.  

I'm just beginning but am considering a bigger commitment in the next five years or so by accessing some or even all retirement funds to buy a building (I'm sure people have thoughts on whether or not that is a good idea!).