I'd suggest taking a free course like that provided by Pete Reese at Land Conquest to get your feet wet and take some action. 

I'm always looking for ways to provide value to my tenants while making our rental properties stand out & this seems like an innovative (and cost effective!)

I’m not looking to be an active/public realtor, just need a place to hold my license.For context, I currently hold an active HI real estate license in good standing and have strong networks on both Molokai and Maui.

If you haven't already connected with an investor-friendly lender yet I'd highly suggest that.

However, what I've learned is that for the most part, if most of your bookings are with guests that have a positive history (Airbnb/VRBO), your rates are competitive (to possibly slightly higher because you stand out, offer more, etc.), and you've made your House Rules clear, then don't sweat the small stuff.By that, I mean- you'll have guests who have 5-star ratings but can still leave a mess or damage (other owners didn't report accurately or it was complicated) but you have recourse via photo evidence (your cleaners, etc.) to ask for reimbursement (or use something like AirCover, etc.).

If Tampa is on your radar, I HIGHLY suggest you connect with him. 

Starting with three T-12s from properties of a similar size and market is a fantastic strategy, and I’ll definitely take your suggestion of setting aside time to really dig into the details.Thank you for the encouragement and practical tips—it’s advice I’ll take to heart as I move forward.

That strength i carry that lets me stand alone is beneficial but also as I left that crowd i was never able for unknown reasons to reconnect to a better class of people or even network.

@Ambica Pilli - I'm not a multifamily investor in NC, but I would suggest you look at the active listings in the area on loopnet.com and see who are the active brokers.

I am looking to buy a multifamily in Jersey City for STR, any suggestions, what area will be good for STR and weather number make sense at this time.