I'm a STR owner / manager located in Texas (Bryan /College Station, TX specifically.) 

The enforcing agency certainly cannot take action against an unpermitted unit without citing a specific health and safety issue to address.  

Through a client and a lot of research and connections through my Personal Training Industry How did you finance this deal?

Are you interested in a specific startegy (brrrrs, flips, vacation rentals, etc)?

The first time I was laid off it was traumatic because I my industry and the economy were in the toilet but more importantly, I didn't have enough cash flowing RE, second time.... not nearly as bad, and the third time it was my idea and I haven't lost a minute of sleep about my decision. 

You’ll learn a lot from others’ experiences and get answers to specific questions.2.Use the Networking Feature: Connect with other members in your area or those with similar investing interests.

That two-day delay cost him a $40,000 payday.The Lesson: Don’t Let Time Kill Your DealsReal estate is a fast-paced industry, and time is the one resource you can’t afford to waste.

If you want to be a passive investor, you need capital, information and a network, but you don't need specific advantage in real estate.  

Local Regulations and Taxes8.

I think talking with a Broker in the Industry would be helpful too