Elmo area but can't find much info online about where I can buy and operate. 

We do have a meeting with a local broker/real estate agent next week but thought it would be best to jump on line and take a look at some local properties and if nothing else practice our valuation process.

Thank you for tip on estimating costs, I tried to estimate about 20% higher than what i could find for pricing online, just in case. but going of your 50% higher estimate on costs, it sounds like a good idea to have a little extra padding on the repairs. 

Now I'm looking to take the test again and I'm looking at the license ID that has an expiration date of 8/1/2022 and my question is do i need to take the 40-hour classes or can I retake the test.

You do need to keep the listings up to date (description, photos, etc.) but that is not that much work for one property once it is set up.  

Also, local real estate agents can also be a goldmine for off-market deals since they often hear about them before anyone else.As for property management, researching and looking at online reviews are a good start, but a real insider tip?

When you buy determines your short/long term capital gains.The "in-service" date = The point in time when you can start taking depreciation from.

Keep saving, learning about the BRRRR strategy, and start networking with local investors or online groups.

Rates as of this posting date vary but are in the 6s and 7s (or possibly 8s if not a top tier credit score or a foreign national loan as considered a higher risk and will be reflected in the rate).

This way, you’re not at risk of losing all your hard-earned feedback and visibility, which could set you back in the competitive short-term rental market.It's essential to find a PM who can work with you in this setup, as it's a balance between functionality and maintaining your property’s reputation online.