The mirage of get into Real Estate Investing, make ton's of money, get passive, do nothing, sip cocktails on the beach and professionally vacation the rest of your days sounds great, unfortunately it's a mirage. 

Keep that as a backstop when the primary funds run out so that you don't have to pass up on a great deal that comes your way.LLC structuring is something that you really should talk with a tax professional about.

I am keen to learn from the experiences of seasoned professionals and collaborate with fellow investors who share a passion for real estate.

Professional tenants can smell an opportunity from a new landlord from a mile a way. 

Readers should seek professional advice.

Readers should seek professional advice.

You should state what you want to accomplish and why, so people with those skills might take an interest.  

We are not real estate professionals.1) How would you handle the classification of the property in the 2023 tax year and would you utilize a STR depreciation strategy?

Licenses are typically required if you plan to work in a professional real estate role, like as an agent or broker.

Agreed... depends on your skill level.. if you have no experience at real estate other than maybe buying your personal resi.. and want to venture into this I can't see how the course would not be a good use of funds.if you have 20 years as an experienced investor or real estate broker then the course maybe is not needed.. but the contacts I am sure are worth every penny..