They must sign the form.The IRS offers an online tool that lets you check if the tax ID the contractor gave you matches the IRS records.

I will say the picture did not match your strategy of going to Austin.

Investment Info:Single-family residence fix & flip investment.

@Jeremy H.there is no need to self manage for the passive investor looking for a fixed NNN return in the 15%+ range.Smart business owners and retirees looking to diversify their investment portfolio are not looking to run a hospitality business. 

I’m part of a real estate company specializing in cosmetic fix-and-flip projects, and we’re focusing on the San Antonio and Austin markets.

I would recommend matching old reservation rates and offering free gifts to secure good reviews and booking momentum. 

You have to adjust your expectations to match current reality, which includes higher mortgage rates, higher prices, more expensive taxes and insurance, more competition, etc.

@Shakthi Kamal read copy and paste advice below.For cashflow, you'll be looking at mostly Class C properties/tenants.Be SURE you UNDERSTAND what this means or your expectations won't match reality!

If you can make some relationships prior to that with agents in the area who do what you want to, you can find yourself on a team or at a strong brokerage that matches what you want to do.

I don't disagree I think it's a great option and it also allows you to use the money that your employer has matched if you think about it.