Hey all!
Wife and I are coming down from Toronto, Canada and we are looking to network with current investors, PM, RE Agents, etc...
I tried finding meet ups in the forum section "Events & Meetups Section" but h...

You can contact some local property managers and get a better idea of the rental market.

Always research local regulations before investing.The Importance of a Local Investment TeamA knowledgeable local team is essential for success.

There's no fixed max size beyond local zoning rules.

Otherwise, the tenant will make excuse after excuse to buy more time as they fall further and further behind.To find an attorney, suggest you visit your local court and lookup the landlord-tenant docket to ID attorneys with the most cases.

Starting with the Right PropertyGiven that this is your first STR and you’re planning to manage remotely, I’d suggest focusing on a market with a strong local infrastructure for short-term rentals—like Panama City Beach or Destin.

I'm hosting a local meetup in Mankato, feel free to shoot me a message if anyone is interested in joining!

Perhaps check with a local attorney before proceeding.I realise I left some stuff out in the beginning, but the whole situation in general is just pretty wild.

So going to attempt something more local first. :)We definitely want to invest in true vacation rentals as well but this will be a good learning process with not as much risk to start.  

I put my money where my mouth is and I am also buying properties in localities where I am selling to my investor clients.