I have consulted Airdna and Furnished Finders to see the differences between STRs and MTRs in the areas I am looking, but it’s alittle hard for me to draw conclusions from those, so you have any advice on specific trends to looks for?

It's about how to do a comprehensive calculation and if it isn't done, then you cannot come up with a conclusion which one would have been better.

Prior to taking on more ambitious improvements, you might build confidence and expertise by starting with a turnkey home.In conclusion, even though BRRR ventures might yield large profits, you should consider the learning curve and any potential difficulties, particularly if this is your first purchase.

You may use this information to make well-informed conclusions regarding the viability of home hacking in the region.Exit Strategy: Make sure your plan of action is well-defined.

Conclusion: The choice between solo investing and forming a partnership for real estate investment purposes really depends on individual preferences, experience, risk tolerance, and access to resources.

Thirdly, having a tax advisor can provide invaluable guidance for your financial decisions, leading to significant benefits or the avoidance of unnecessary tax costs in the future.In conclusion, when it comes to handling your taxes, it's important to recognize that tax professionals bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table.

Yes, I would not get involved until the property is nearing its conclusion. 

Timing is everything is the conclusion I've come to and there's a reason for everything.  

I have a healthy appetite for risk, but I calculate risk into every target I have at the auctions and its my conclusion that I'm more conservative than most investors.

If you read up on it minimally, you would probably come to the conclusion that it makes no sense to pay someone to do what you can easily (and cheaply) do yourself.I recommend this, not because it's better than REI, but because (1) it is an alternative and/or (2) it is a pretty decent place to leave your money while you wait for your next deal.