Seems to me they’ll continue to allow STRs but the regulations will target to only allow locals that want to subsidize their mortgage.

I recommend you leave them your contact information and continue to follow up on occasion.

I look forward to continuing to gain knowledge through this forum and hopefully giving some back.I have started searching for properties and putting in offers through a Real Estate agent I trust. 

It's not all or nothing, did they say something about leaving if the trend continued? 

Transitioning into a more investing role or continuing to be a real estate agent? 

His reply was that he had invested over a million dollars in his education and did not want to lose that investment. 

Continue educating yourself outside of Bigger Pockets!

So many incredible educators there.

Brecht Palombo also has some great stuff out there for your note education.

In addition to the educational components you mentioned, I suggest you network with like-minded investors locally to you and in the areas where you plan to invest.