I’m sure others here are also running into this issue, so any recommendations and referrals would be greatly appreciated!

BiggerPockets also has a calculator to analyze deals, and I highly recommend you start this as soon as possible, even if you are not ready to buy.

@Morgan TondreThank you for recommending me as someone who can help @Cole Dobbs

How much are you being quoted upfront  Hi JonathanFrom what I managed to understand from reading countless BP posts and online, WY LLC have a unique blend of benefits that are favorable for R.E investors who are sole propietors.But I am happy to be proven otherwise if you have recommendations.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

I don't have personal experience with it, but when the app was first developed, I contacted the developer and put the app through a fairly robust test usage to see if it's something I would want to recommend to my clients (I'm a CPA).I think the app is great for its intended purpose and I do recommend it to my clients now (and have for about 18 months now). 

Quote from @Sarah Kensinger: I have never heard of her before but recommend a number of other STR designers.

So, let's hope I get a recommendation.

House Hacking a primary residence is the best way to generate wealth so I always recommend that as the next move. 

Quote from @Jerome Morelos: Quote from @Robert Ellis: Quote from @Jerome Morelos: I recommend converting an existing space, like a detached garage for example, rather than building from the ground up.