Good reads would be Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki and How to Invest in Real Estate (the beginners guide) by Brandon Turner.

And am actively looking for a coach to guide me through (1) identify a market - city/state (2) assemble / shape a deal (3) execute the deal and (4) help orchestrate a onsite team to run my first MF.

If you’re serious about getting into the game, I’d say build up those local contacts they can be your biggest asset.Glad you’re meeting with someone in real estate financing soon; it’ll be invaluable for guiding you through loan options and what’s realistic for a first purchase.

The STR market seems stable in Vermont, I've stayed in Airbnbs there myself.

If they want to stay, offer to keep them 5 - 10% below market rates as a reward for their good history (assuming it is good).

Check out The Ultimate Guide to Grading Cleveland Neighborhoods to get a better understanding of the neighborhoods and the different asset classes we have here in #TheLand.

They stay longer than low income cash payers on average, but they beat the snot out of your house while they are there.

We've debated adding a printer station to our units because it would be awesome if we were traveling to have the ability to print where we were staying. 

IE- if you stay more than 14 days or 10% of rented days, you won't be able to 100% deduct the loss, only partially. 

Additionally, the presence of helpful customer service personnel who guide us through the process has enhanced our experience.