This obviously isn't my only marketing channel, but it is one of them to go allow with cold calling and texting.I appreciate anyones advise.From what I have noticed with these type of lead services, they start to have lower quality leads the longer they are around. 

They are easy to get started with an the support has been OK compared to others 

I don't buy older wood houses - too many issues with rot/termites/fire hazard. 10.

I am starting to believe that I need to learn the tax laws myself since I have lost so much money paying unnecessary taxes because my previous CPA's are not familiar with all laws or they just plug numbers into a software (without strategizing) and then I get hit with huge tax bills that could have been legally avoided. 

It sounds like you’re in a solid starting position with your first rental and a clear vision of where you want to go.

My suggestion would be to jot down all the activities that are taking up your time, then start researching how other STR operators have solved those exact problems.

BiggerPockets is full of resources designed to help you along your journey, whether you are just getting started or a seasoned investor.

I want to start from where I am familiar with.

It's no guarantee but it's a good place to start.

This can open up a can of worms if you are working on an older plaster building if you have to start re wiring.