For one STR you don't need it and quite honestly I recommend folks not to use PMS when starting out.  

If there are specific areas in these states you all would recommend or other areas in the States worth exploring, please let us know!

Assume the property is well located with average appreciation ...Selling some properties of mine and just curious what the average investor buyer is thinking ...Thanks guys I wouldn't personally recommend deliberately buying a property you believe will be negative cash flow.

Not sure if I would immediately go to using AI for recommendation/match making.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

I would recommend you find an attorney that truly understands the tax sale process and laws surrounding them and can do quiet title work if/when needed. 

I recommend not telling the tenants at that property that you own it.

What would yall recommend to be the best strategy to entering real estate at my age.

Looking for recommendations for an agent or broker that writes STR policies in the Pigeon Forge area.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?