“Essentially, they are cutting in line,” Mills said, referring to the super-lien priority status over a mortgage.

BP has some great resources and in fact we have found it to offer far more in terms of tools and contacts than a course we paid WAY TOO MUCH for when we started out. 

Having a handyman is essential. 

Just want to make sure I have every tool I could possibly need!! 

BP has various tools to help you analyze your deals (rentals, flips, wholesale, etc). : https://www.biggerpockets.com/investment-calculators7.

You're essentiality telling the bank - "I want to buy a property that's in an asset class with falling values and I don't have the money for a down payment.

In today's digital age, it's essential to prioritize your personal brand alongside your business brand.

Tax benefits are nothing but a sales tool for them - a hook.

Those investors are better off buying deals found by others who are possibly utilizing  these marketing tools.  

That will go a long way to answering some questions.Check out - https://www.awning.com/airbnb-estimatorThat tool is similar to AirDNA for basic lookback on the area as far as occupancy and revenue goes.