Then they lock them in to a SLIGHTLY lower initial cost per kWh.

STR it will cost you big.this isn't a difficult job depending on the fridge location.

We agreed but only after they covered cleaning costs and left the property in move-in-ready condition.

What is your average work order cost for the owner?

If I got a home equity loan for Property 1 and used the proceeds as downpayment for Property 2 and then got a 2nd loan for the remaining 75% purchase price for Property 2, when I sell Property 2, can I use the Property 1 loan as part of the cost basis for computing Property 2 capital gains?

Regarding getting started, I recommend finding an STR owner who's overwhelmed or just worn out with managing their property, and perhaps who's also not using a dynamic pricing tool, and then offering to manage it for a very small cost. 

A good real estate accountant can save you thousands of dollars by leveraging entity selection and formation, tax deductions, cost segregations, bonus depreciation and tax planning.I recommend finding an accountant who specializes in real estate taxation, business taxation, financial planning and tax planning.You may want to consider working with your accountant remotely to expand your options.I would also recommend looking for a accountant willing to work with you throughout the year.

Properties typically on a land lease in communities like this are more difficult to get financing on - so not only check the values but also time it takes for these properties to sell to understand your holding costs

I’d suggest exploring a bridge loan that covers a portion of the purchase price along with 100% of the renovation costs.

How do you calculate rehab cost given you can’t look inside?