Now here is some advice many will disagree with me on but I firmly committed to this:  Most people that use a VA loan shouldn't.  

It is important to remember you own real estate in the Poconos and you are choosing to operate a STR business.

We both run our own businesses but we feel that real estate will help make sure we both maintain our life plans of not needed to work as much any more.

I see why they say, never go into business with family.

I haven't heard of any, but met with a few people in the twin cities last year.

There's a reason that people try to buy properties off-market and that is because you can find sellers who care more about terms than maximizing returns.So start with a conversation: you already presumably have some rapport since it's your landlord and you've spoken before.

Network with purpose: Surround yourself with people already crushing it in multifamily—mentors and partners will accelerate your growth.

Hello good people!

Also looking for feedback from people that don't work for BiggerPockets or are biased :)

Try to have a sit down meeting with the HOA board which may only be three people.