We can all do the digging game and question who should have a bigger voice.

Out of the 50 addresses zero will probably be interested in selling so it's a numbers game before you find the one. 

The deposit amount when working with a lender comes from the lender - it is basically the amount of skin the lender wants you to have in the game. 

I would guess that you have little or no experience running any kind of STR, and now want to get that experience on the back of someone else's investment, with little or no personal skin in the game, and that's not a good way to build an investment portfolio.

Real estate is a long-term game, and your patience will pay off.Since you’re a dentist, you may have a busy schedule, so consider working with a good property manager.

It’s a game-changer.

@Cynthia Lee Depends on your jurisdiction, your relationship with the tenants, and your end game plan.

Its not all fun and games like at the meet and greet events.

If you’re looking to build long term wealth, accumulate assets, take advantage of tax code, and benefit from appreciation, then play the appreciation long game.

Real estate is a relationship game.