I am happy to answer any specific questions may have.  

As for picking a specific market - I would go after one with an increasing job and population growth.

These groups typically hold monthly meetups with speakers who discuss various industry topics.

I am being told in a specific instance that copies of leases are not provided to owners because the legal binding agreement is between the property manager and the resident.In this case, I would have zero visibility on the nature of the lease terms, as well as who is responsible for certain costs borne (utilities, etc)If this exclusion to owners is allowed, what is required in terms of document retention in the case of termination of relationship?

@Kyle Smith be more specific. 

I specifically heard and briefly saw a bird in the return vent.Anyone had this issue before?

By talking about the timing and number of tests, we were able to make them fit our specific needs.

The way I look at it, it is investment specific, based on what you think you will need in the next few years That could come from cash, or cash equivalents, or if you can afford to make the payments, it could come from borrowed funds.

I posted yesterday, but want to be more specific.

Stay in constant contact with your RE Pro and be flexible with your specific area but not with your goals. - Patience & Tenacity: These qualities might seem contradictory but at least here on the coast, there isn't a lot of STR inventory to choose from.