I tried google/youtube searching and not finding a lot of info.

But if you're going the other way you could always fill the house with snakes and/or rats.This would make for an interesting skit for your youtube channel. 

We identified it as a promising deal that could be transformed with the right renovations, allowing for a substantial return on investment with strategic improvements.

I would do more research on YouTube university to analyze the property and then get familiar with your local area so you can be more confident with your numbers. 

Attorneys (want your money), YouTube gurus (want your eyes), and amateurs (don't know any better) will all insist you set up an LLC for asset protection.The truth is, you don't need it.

Can you refer me to any resources, or any search terms for me to chase on youtube university, so I can learn more about vetting operators in these spaces? 

1) Never heard of him, and I like to think I'm pretty plugged into the REI / finance world. 2) Everything you need to know is available for free on podcast, YouTube, books at your library, the BP forums, and local REI meetups.3) I can think of 2 ways to invest with none of your own money.

I think The Short Term Shop has a video series specifically on STR Legislation in Branson on Youtube as well.

Please PM me anyone for details or look up my free information on You Tube at Tax Deed Mentor.CHEERS!

Quote from @Amaris Benjamin: Also, if you know anywhere, book or video where I can learn to do due diligence and the other things you mentioned, please let me know.Plenty of videos - go to youtube and note investing.