What kind of lawyer do I need to help me get started in a STR business?

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This way, your rental income supports your next purchase, and you don’t need to save as much for down payments.Financing: Focus on improving your credit and saving for future down payments.

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What kind of loan should i go with assuming it needs repairs?

To me, the market has spoken and there just aren't many people in the area wanting to pay that kind of price for a rental property. 

Supported by peopleI guess I see your, point, the american people have nothing to do with this.  

or any kind of product that will help me tap into the equity of my lot. 

If you are going to self-manage, check out the RPOA for support and information on local and state-wide issues affecting landlords. 

I try to read books on different kinds of realestate investing and house fliping and I do think that they are useful but the information never seems to have a correct fit.