If you choose to use a company like Legal Zoom or go through the state, you may also consider having the real estate lawyer review it to ensure that it is structured properly so that you are protected in case of a suit.2.

We're going to be pretty picky about the sponsors we choose to do business with though.  

You'll need to redo the counters if you choose not to get new cabinets or add cabinets in the gaps where you are removing appliances, but you'll have to make sure you can find matching cabinets for the new appliance location, otherwise require all new cabinets to be installed.

I always choose or reject applicants based on my personal standards and prefer not to complicate the process by allowing any applicant special privileges.

The school exam is proctored, meaning you need to take it in person, but they have locations throughout the state to choose from (many are libraries).

good luck on choosing a Broker.

I think anything is possible if you choose the right methods.

I recommend you listen to the podcasts which can be found at www.biggerpockets.com/podcastsRead the beginner's guide, for which there is a video course version as well at www.bupainternational.com/courses These will get you started and help you choose your path. 

If I choose the short-term rental path, I would want to find an excellent property manager who specializes in vacation rental.

Face it no matter what type of business you go in or if you choose to work for someone else you will make a mistake because you are human.