Although I'm not unhappy with my job, it's incredibly stressful. 

Co-Star is expensive, but it has incredible data.

Post questions on BiggerPockets and build your network to help stay motivated.  

But a lot of my short-term rental buyers have dual motivations -- somewhat investment but also a second home/vacation home.

I wanted to use them to find motivated sellers that want to sell.

@Chris Dawson, this is an incredible resource and very generous of you.

As of now I’m listening to the “BiggerPockets” the podcast and I just started since the first episode and it just made me have more motivation to accomplish my goals  I am in the process of currently changing my major from Marketing to Finance and Real Estate and I would highly appreciate any type of advice, that any of you have. 

I realize this can vary widely, but any ballpark numbers would be incredibly helpful.I appreciate any insights or advice you can share!

Any insights or advice you can provide would be incredibly helpful as I navigate this potential investment.Thank you very much for considering my request.

The DC area is an incredibly low risk market.