I'm exploring different options for building on vacant land here in CA and am very intrigued by pre-fab home designs (Walls etc.. are assembled in a factory and shipped to site).

My thought was that it would be best if she does the primary STR work and log her hours and ensure that she spends more time on the STR than I do (at least officially logged hours... since I will most likely always be thinking about the STR... haha). 

And here’s a quick tip: use that VA loan!

@Craig JonesI'm also in Tahoe / Reno and this is a great tip. 

That can take some time, a few phone calls, a site visit, etc but I find it can avoid problems down the road.Good luck,Steve

any advice here on how I can get my mortgage down or any tips in general ?

So far I've marketed on FB, through my own network and on a rental site that shares to several others like redfin... etc.

Follow these tips to verify the authenticity of references and gather comprehensive insights into a tenant’s rental history.Verify authenticityAlways confirm the contact information provided by the tenant.

As you're starting your journey, here are a few tips to help you along the way:Educate Yourself: Take advantage of resources like books, podcasts, and online courses focused on real estate investing.

Finally, arrange for a formal closing and record the documents with the county to make everything official.