Depending on local regulations, you can mix up STR/MTR/LTR. 2) Get systems in place in those exact cities; 2 PMs preferably via NARPM, 2 high quality inspectors, and rotating book of handyman, 1 lawyer, and a credit union contact for leverage along with investor friendly nationwide lenders.

One piece of advice I never forgot is to never ever sign anything without a copy and without a lawyer looking at it first.

At that point, I was fed up and consulting a lawyer and was waiting to respond to Katee until I had legal advice.

I am a local agent and represented myself in the transaction.

Are you suggesting that being crammed in a small hotel room represents a better experience than being in a comfortable homey Airbnb?

Some rental-property owners who never needed an attorney may soon have a landlord lawyer on speed-dial.

Fairfax county helpdesk seems to suggest that I can only do it via a RE lawyer.

The agreement of forbearance or modification should have the borrowers knowledge that they are in default, that they understand that the lender is forgoing foreclosure at this time in exchange for the deed in lieu, and that the borrower is represented by legal counsel.  

But I really don't know, I'm not an agent or a lawyer, so please seek professional guidance, for sure!

Do I need to get a real estate lawyer?