@Edgar Duarte Selling now under the primary residence exclusion avoids capital gains taxes, allowing you to reinvest the $500K equity in diversified assets like index funds or additional rental properties.

I would also add that you join your local REIA chapter (Real Estate Investor Association) as it will allow you to network with other STR owners and get more location-specific information. 

They are set to change the zoning in my area, allowing ADU's and other construction.

None of those types of loans allow LLCs, therefore, that lawyer is incorrect.

welcome. would love to connect when your time allows

Determine your maximum allowable offer (MAO) based on your investment criteria.

Certain neighborhoods do not allow STR so be sure to check the restrictions when looking.

It also allows the manager to work directly with the insurance company to resolve issues efficiently.In Texas, this is part of the standard Texas Board of Realtors Property Management Agreement and is considered an industry best practice.

I feel like getting my foot in the door now with this one property would allow me to learn without being too overwhelmed.

Even before only every 5th deal or so would truly allow to recycle all cash and generate 25% equity.