Most investor loans will require a minimum down payment of 15-20% of the sales price with having healthy credit and a few months of reserves. 

I also came across the following article which reviews why LLC as a structure is not the way to go.http://www.moodysgartner.com/canadians-beware-united-states-limited-liability-companies-may-be-hazardous-to-your-tax-health/I also found the following to be informative.

It's best to walk through your options with a mortgage professional that can help you make the best financial decision for your near and long term goals.Anyone take out a healthy HELOC lately? 

I hesitate to use the term "slum lord" but the conditions some of these residents are living with are not healthy. 

I've got a pretty healthy Vacation Rental property in Palm Springs that I've been managing for 4 years, so I don't have many questions at this time, but I sent a request to join your FB group.

Not to discourage you,  I have spend a lot of money on gurus early on, just be aware when people post glowing testimonials without any details, and don't ànswer any specific questions, very likely it's all made up for or by the gurus as part of their marketing .

hiking, eating healthy and spending time with my family.Excited to learn and connect with you all!

Your goal should be to have performance cap rates at 7-8% on something with a market cap of 5-6%, which gives you a healthy 200 basis point spread from the going market rate. 

Providing beach chairs, umbrellas, and a cooler can enhance the guest experience and contribute to glowing reviews if your property is near the beach.

I've been able to get a healthy combination of both cashflow and appreciation from all my properties after a little TLC.