I'm exploring potential opportunities in short-term rentals (STR) in West Virginia, with a particular focus on glamping. As I'm new to this domain, I would to hire a consultant to perform some zoning and other due dil...

Before buying or renting in an unfamiliar neighborhood, you should check the following two sites: SpotCrime, AreaVibes,These sites provide valuable information, including Livability Scores, which cover aspects such as crime rates, employment, health, housing, schools, shopping, and more.well, anything can happen anywhere.

The FMR on HUD's website are inclusive of utilities.

-contacting several LP's nationally that take on large investment opportunities-posting on loopnet-sending the link to the website we built-out to all the the top real estate agents in our local market.I did not think of the Facebook group channel, so thanks for that recommendation @Ryan Arth!

The Lenders tab at the top of the site helps with finding lenders by product and location.

I found a property on an auction site that I'd like to bid on.

We're also starting to scour other forums for possible investments outside the traditional MLS sites, and other areas like upstate NY. 

Check out this site - https://theluxurypergola.com/blogs/louvered-roof-info/hurric...They cover wind resistant pergolas in general but I would make sure whatever you get will be able to stand up to hurricanes that happen there from time to time.

Since this is an INVESTMENT website, a DUPLEX is a FAR BETTER INVESTMENT in Austin than a SFH.  

Please consult your trusted professional in getting accurate information as it relates to the estate.This site has 1031 intermediaries that have far more expertise than I have about 1031 but 1) you cannot 1031 a pure OO property.