If you have never done a project, let alone over state lines, then I probably wouldn't recommend it.

I would recommend seeing what other STR's similar to yours are market as for number of guests.

Avoiding accessive PM fees (personally I recommend most people self-manage)These will eat away at your ROI.

If you are looking for proper guidance from someone that has house hacked quite a few times and has the knowledge and experience to help get you going in the right direction, I recommend reaching out to @Josh Green.

I would not recommend this service at all.  

If it’s doable financially I’d recommend the duplex.

I do not recommend someone who has never owned real estate to do a fix and flip as real estate is challenging and cost prohibitive, I recommend if never owning real estate to start with an asset that does not need major repairs. 

Bigger Pockets is a great place for education and networking and is full of great content.I recommend that you check out the following resources:1.

When it comes to repairs, I recommend talking to contractors who can walk through the property for you and give you a solid estimate.

Or what courses do you recommend?