As an STR/MTR host & co-host in Metro Atlanta, I think self-managing in a tourist area can work well, especially if you automate as much as possible (smart locks, dynamic pricing, messaging templates, etc.).Since you're just getting started, focusing on a turnkey or lightly updated property might make the transition easier.

If money in the pocket is not really the interest, then 100% seller financing may be acceptable to Seller; but maybe not if Seller wants money in the pocket.

Some sites are not able to provide back a credit score, because they don't know how you will handle the data. 

The law prevents excessive subdivision by restricting who can split and how often, ensuring that newly created parcels remain practical for development.

When you look them up make sure the owner isn't a LLC and that there primary address is not the same as the property you where looking at.

If the property is in service (advertised for rent), you can maximize the de minimis safe harbor rules which is where the $2,500 per invoice or per item comes into play.

Why would you ever forgive the balance?

We liked the market, the neighborhood.

Other than the repairs needed of course

Go to your secretary of state to look up the LLC.