Start with BiggerPockets Ultimate Beginners Guide (free).

You should never invest in an area you know nothing about or at least have someone you know and trust who can guide you there. 

I was a mountain guide there for 7 yrs. and know of some really amazing hikes, climbs and other exciting activities.  

They can guide you through market trends, rental projections, and connect you with lenders experienced in STR financing.

Here's a link to a tenant's guide for CA. 

Here's a detailed guide on how to screen applicants: Application Screening Guide

Id love to connect and guide you with any questions you may have!

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I would like at least a majority of the keynote presenters to be RE related presenters.I got more from the scheduled targeted guided networking events than I expected, but these are usually additional subject presentations.

That rule was always more of a quick filter than a hard guide, and with today’s interest rates, it’s clear that the math just doesn’t hold up like it used to.A lot of investors are tweaking their approach—some are looking for higher rent-to-price ratios or shifting to more creative financing options like seller financing or adjustable-rate mortgages to help with cash flow.