I realize there is probably no simple answers but I am all ears from all sources. 

If you're looking to list REO properties, then there are several sources, REORenegades is a great source, and REOMAC conferences and dinners (to network), along with the National REO Brokers Association www.nrba.com.

I’m trying to convince him that listing the cabin on Airbnb could be a great source of passive income.I wanted to reach out to the BiggerPockets community for advice.

We have been swept by the influencers touting the benefits of cost seg, so we are wondering how come nobody ever mentioned that it might not fully appy during the first year in service.You relied on two almost equally awful sources of information: influencers and IRS publications.

Local investors and agents will also have helpful recommendations—they are two of the best sources for finding a reputable local inspector.

Property to purchase would be a STR at $240,000 - so we would need the 20% down payment and we are looking at different options as the source of the funds.

The engineer can help with this estimate, but local contractors are the top source for getting this info. 

Typically they are not eligible for traditional financing which implies other funding sources (HML, private Monet, self funded, etc).  

They will be your best source of information on how to underwrite these deals and what to expect in your market.

Have a clear concise vision of what you plan to do (rehab, renting, etc) repayment, (personal/business) sources of income, etc.