Quote from @Sarah Kensinger: I love Minoan and HostGPO also, but Minoan is free to use!

As boring as accounting sounds, I think it's a great degree so check that out if you want to go that route.

Again, if you learn some of the basics, you won't be so nervous about the problems you will eventually face.Start with BiggerPockets Ultimate Beginners Guide (free).

You have received some great recommendations and if you are yet to decide on an Investor friendly to work with, you can send me a DM and see if we are a good fit.I do provide free mentorship and a lot of free resources and connections to anyone I work with especially beginners like you. 

Leasing is a specialized skill—PMs deal with this daily, making them far better equipped to handle applications, verify income, conduct background checks, and evaluate a tenant’s overall suitability.Protecting Your Investment:The cost of a bad tenant can be far greater than the cost of hiring a professional.

I welcome any input from anyone who is knowledgeable in the area (comment not question, lol)Wish you the best of luck, check out my Youtube channel and schedule a call if you like.

Feel free to reach out if you have any questions about the local market here or want to connect! 

Just be sure to check local regulations because some spots are cracking down on STRs.

All this to say they are getting serious about permitting so if you are planning to invest in San Antonio in the short term rental space, MAKE SURE to check that the property is eligible for a short term rental permit given the density limits above and have a Realtor experienced with the San Antonio permitting requirements and rules. 

Hey Jon would recommend checking out FB groups if you aren't local (looks like you're based in the Bay).