These are by far the least amount passive so do your due diligence on understanding how to run a successful STR business and researching local laws on allowing STRs.2.

Depending on your state, many have local lenders that will go up to 100% LTV. 

Hearing that you get bombarded with inquiries is great to hear and gives me more confidence in my local market for filling a demand.

Are there any local meet ups or websites on where to find more people who have a moderate level of experience meaning they are  somewhat experienced but still looking to collaborate and network with more inexperienced investors like myself.

Also, make sure you know what the local laws are.

I am new to real estate investing and looking to connect with any local investor.

Follow the local licensing and disclosure laws.

We're going to start attending local meet-ups again and stay active.

Once the time is right, with enough research, I would jump into a market (hopefully local if affordable) and get started.

So, I reached out to a local brokerage, and they referred me to an agent with significant experience.This man has built a $30 million portfolio himself, and in just a couple of meetings, he completely shifted my perspective.