You always need eyes on your properties, someone acting as a caretaker. 

Hello everyone, I am analyzing the Indio, CA market as a short term rental investment and we'd love to speak to someone who is self managing their own vacation rental.  

And, I think its fair to say that we all may forget what people say or the information they provide, but we all never forget how someone treated us and made us feel! 

Quote from @Martin Jones: YouTube gurus will tell you to borrow money from someone else, but that's bad advice for a beginner.

Can someone explain something about the buy, borrow, die concept of avoiding income taxes? 

I’m passionate, hardworking, and eager to dive into creative financing opportunities and learn from those who’ve walked this path successfully.If you’re someone who enjoys teaching, partnering, or sharing insights, I’d love to hear from you!

You don’t need to be someone that owns $100M worth of real estate unless that’s really your goal. 

Don't take someone's word that the area is up and coming.  

Quote from @Chris Hertig: We recently purchased a multi-family property and have someone living illegally in an uninhabitable, detached garage. 

Most lenders will vary how aggressive they will get based on the experience of the operator (you), but I don't know any that will lender to someone who's never done a spec build like you're contemplating.