@Denis Orlov I don't do STR, but I've rented one of my personal properties for arbitrage before. 

@James Thompson Transferring property from your in-laws to you can be done through a gift, sale, or trust transfer, each with different tax implications.

what kind of loan?  

@Marcus Retter welcome to BP.It's a great community.I've been investing in Albuquerque for 10 years, and you can find some good deals there.Personally, I live in Santa Fe.There are several active Meetups that you can join to get around to other investors.Networking is really important.Get out there and make connections with other investors; that is how I got started. 

We're connected with a lot of relocation networks at Cone and several through BHHS (which I'm affiliated with for buying/selling).

The ATI exemption is a provision in South Carolina’s tax law designed to alleviate the financial impact of property reassessments triggered by transfers of ownership.

I am still somewhat of a novice, but I'm excited to contribute and learn with you all on this platform. 

My brother-in-law, who owns a landscaping company in Lee’s Summit, works with a lot of local builders and has been a huge help.

Also you have to understand what kind of investor you want to be. 

Purchase price: $63,000 Cash invested: $25,000 one of 2 houses i purchased from my handyman