National tenants tend to have chosen brokers for a state,county etc. they work with to scrub sites.The real estate department heads at national companies and brand names are very busy.

I'm also brand new to BP after lurking for a while and listening to podcasts and reading forums.

I bought my duplex in January 2018. 1% rule, but with newer roof and brand new HVAC for both sides.

There were some great deals with those who had very deeps pockets because it was not just a rehab, you also in some areas were required to knock down, then rebuild fresh or lift and then rehab.

Some short answers to your questions:1) Convince to listen to some podcasts2) Really up to you and what you find available that works3) You will still need to be involved since it's your property4) I'd stay fresh of what's going on in your market, run the numbers on your criteria and practice finding "a deal"Lastly, some resources I've enjoyed:PodcastsEpisode 108 - Grant Cardone...

I guess the biggest advantage to Airbnb is the advertising and brand name.

I’d dive right in and worry about branding a little later on.

Most builders have their pet agent who is constantly sourcing and here is how it goes.the agent will find the dirt charge NO fee to the seller thereby getting seller top dollar compared to some wholesaler low balling them.. and then the agent gets the list back on a brand new home.. 

I'm brand new to this site so any tips/pointers/guidance is helpful!

Yes, in the example numbers you provided once you refinanced the house you would have a brand new mortgage in the amount of $72,000.