I'm a STR owner / manager located in Texas (Bryan /College Station, TX specifically.) 

The difference between the cost for a specific repair / renovation if you have a crew or need to find someone on a first time basis can be significant. 

Are you interested in a specific startegy (brrrrs, flips, vacation rentals, etc)?

There are a high number of CPA firms that do not want to get involved outside of the FYI to their clients, and some state boards are saying that a CPA advising related to this registration is an "unlicensed practice of law" given it is not under Title 26 - income taxes - the only place where CPAs and EAs are specifically authorized to interpret law. 

You’ll learn a lot from others’ experiences and get answers to specific questions.2.Use the Networking Feature: Connect with other members in your area or those with similar investing interests.

Use these templates, worksheets, and checklists as a starting point to specifically tailor them to fit your property or your business.

Also would love answer to the following: - Are there any specific challenges or advantages you experienced compared to a JV structure?

The goal is to keep these for rentals.I currently own the land personally and am funding the builds with a combination of HELOC and cash - no bank debt tied to these properties specifically.

Wood Floors not sealed, tile not properly installed and grouted, cheap flat paint that the tenants can't wipe finger prints or food splashes off, countertops not caulked so water gets behind causing water damages, the cabinets were painted over not replaced the list goes on and on.

I think you need to be more specific.