There's a ton of resources and information available and I'm looking forward to getting started.

I can also point you to a ton of resources if you'd like to do your own research.

The real benefits are that you'll learn a lot, grow your network and meet a ton of subcontractors (this is CRITICAL if you want to be a GC), learn the construction process, and (like Bruce said) if the GC likes/trusts you they'll probably sign off on the experience even if you're still a year or two short.

Then tell the tenant they need to work out a payment plan with the utilities so that the water can remain on. 

@Pretty Khare As Ruben and John mentioned above, you can utilize a cost segregation study on your STR property to reduce taxable income (or create a taxable loss) to offset against your W2 income, but you need to ensure you are following the IRS guidelines very carefully.

Currently, I have a ton of equity in my home (valued at ~$4M), have good credit (800+), and despite being between jobs and without a steady income, have the capital now to invest and want to develop a plan so I can take action in one shape or another.

(Also, caveat to make sure this is all legal in your state as each is different)One - they are going to move out and leave a ton of stuff behind.

Inflation, cost of utilities (water/sewer), maintenance, and market rental rates.

You have a ton of great experience that will make your REI journey a little easier.I always recommend ensuring new REIs have high cash flow income streams in place prior to pursuing rentals.

If it continues to perform this well we don't see the need to hire an appointment setter... saves a ton of headache as the position is definitely high turnover.Do y'all think a mortgage brokerage, hard money lender, or wholesaling company could benefit from a system like this?