And a refinance will have fees attached to it which makes this even less attractive.3) Just because you are not a professional test doesn’t mean you can’t add value.

.* Southeast Columbus: Dense suburban feel, popular with families and young professionals.* Old North Columbus: Urban-suburban mix, appealing to young professionals.In Dayton:* Patterson Park: Well-maintained with a strong community vibe.* Northridge Estates: Suburban area with various amenities, ideal for renters.* Walnut Hills: Quiet and community-oriented, great for rental stability.Areas to Approach with Caution:* Columbus: Some sections of Hilltop and Linden due to higher crime rates.* Dayton: Certain parts of West Dayton, which face economic challenges.Focusing on due diligence in these neighborhoods can help you identify stable, cash-flowing opportunities.

*I am not a CPA, tax professional or a lawyer*I cannot give legal advice, so all of my advice is illegal advice.As far as I know, section 469 of the tax code is what allows for the "STR loophole". 

Its proximity to major attractions, businesses, and vibrant city life ensured strong demand from both tourists and professionals.

The bigger challenger with this arrangement is finding contractors that have the financial wherewithal and general professionalism to submit true invoices for work completed and willing to let it sit out there for sometimes 2-4 weeks until the draw comes in to be paid.  

You always hire professional cleaners if it's an old person's home and construction cleaners if it's a disaster area.

the first step that I would take is to find an investor from the realtor in your area and you can build a lot of your network just piggybacking off of theirs with their recommendations of contractors and other professionals biggerPockets has a great tool for finding realtors.

As mentioned, the bigger Sponsors are very professional and report very well. 

How do I educate and reach the young(ish) professionals on the value proposition of these kind of "starter homes" to build equity, learn property management and save a ton of money relative to single unit purchases? 

These are professionals with additional training and a stricter code of ethics.