@Roy Gottesdiener House hacking is a beginner method. 

Or what methods have you implemented to keep track of information and staying organized?

If the broker knows, and you know, that the client has communicated that they would not entertain any offers below a certain dollar amount... what's the harm in a formal rejection letter? 

I would suggest that you should have your property manager manage all communications.

The most reliable method to discover local regulations is by visiting county websites and calling their offices for confirmation.

The only way you could get to 3 quality STRs with that $80,000 is if you use the BRRRR method and execute it absolutely perfectly. and get all of your capital back + some extra to cover furnishing on every deal.

Overall I was very impressed by their communication, professionalism, and willingness to take as much time as I needed to walk me through all the important steps of investing in a market I'm not familiar with or close to. 

@Alison CromwellIn order to obtain a flip loan with no consistent income history, the following steps need to be undertaken: create an impressive credit score, put aside more funds as a down payment, check out new methods of getting funding besides what is available from banks or other financial institutions, involve yourself in investments with toughened entrepreneurs, show how financially sound you are by doing things such as getting enough money into savings over time through frugal living habits or accumulating valuable assets that can be readily converted into cash when required among others like developing several stable sources of income or steadily growing one.

I'm now communicating (via email) with an Auction.com auction coordinator for my state (Ohio).  

House hacking may not be for you, but every method involves risk, expense and discomfort.