Been getting nowhere with zoning laws found online and in the local library for Yonkers (in westchester county) as to whether any permits are needed in order to operate such a business. 

I started my domain over 10 years ago when people first started going online trying to buy fixer upper houses.

If you choose an online program, ask how much access you have to the coach.

You have come to the right forum to gather advice etc from experienced investors, realtors etc

I've seen some conflicting information online, so getting it right from someone who does it would be amazing!

In my market most of the experienced investors are not buying to buy and hold due to the cash flow issue.  

For experienced out-of-state investors, where have you invested?

I'm pretty new to the game and would love to get some advice from more experienced investors here!

     I think the 1% rules best value may be to protect less experienced investors from overpaying for a rental Income producing property.

Andy Sirkin (fantastic legal team from SF) has a library of free online articles and a set of agreements to purchase, to help you on your way to become a Subject Mater Expert. https://andysirkin.com/article...Elizabeth and Christina (The Rental Girls) have done a great job pioneering the shared ownership (TIC's) model in Southern CA.