The property is located near two colleges, so I’m focusing on student tenants and planning for 12-month lease terms.Do you have any tips or advice for renting by the room?

I have yet to get a response as to how to proceed.

I’m in his 12 k course & Would like to chat with anyone that is also in his course "?

That’s all very helpful and thank you for the tips. 

Quote from @Sabian Ripplinger: i want to possibly use hard money this year to grow quicker   and can you use them for new builds  who should i use and  any tips?   

Any tips you could give me on this in terms of viability?

Tips for writing letters or postcards?

Pro Tip: Ask an insurance agent what your rate will be before you make that offer.

And here's a tip...When you think you are all done; stay in your new STR for 24-48 hours and keep a list of each thing that you were reaching for that wasn't there. 

See responses to your questions below: Correct, California is uniqueTo qualify for REPS you need to meet a number of criteria, including (but STRs that meet IRS criteria generally don't need REPS to leverage tax benefits): More than 50 percent of his/her time working in real property businesses; AND, More than 750 hours of service during the year.