I don't play around with other people's money.As for sticking to Gilbert or checking out other cities around Phoenix, I'm doing my best to look at every city. 

Do you check Landlord references?

Do you have any other resources that have assisted you in your jouney that I could check out? 

My agent was a very nice older lady, but no idea about investing, it all worked out and once the first rent checks started coming in started gaining some confidence.

Like you said , anyone can check the history,  I do have cameras installed and I do check twice weekly, it's not too far from my primary home . im a first time investor, is it ok to DM the listing to see if I'm missing something?  

I welcome any input from anyone who is knowledgeable in the area (comment not question, lol)Wish you the best of luck, check out my Youtube channel and schedule a call if you like.

Besides that, just wanted to chime in real quick - I'd highly check in with a CPA and I am no tax expert, so wanted to preference that.

Check out REITactical and hit me up.

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

You need to check with your state laws on wholesaling with and without a license.