We actually just did a free webinar (local real estate developers) focused on the fact that developers don't need licenses or certifications BUT they do need strategic partners with those and their expertise to complete projects.

As soon as our lesson was over, this dude would loudly shout to his daughter, tell her to go to the local betting parlor, give her a  wad of money and a list of bets to place for him.

For plans that will pay off later, get into house hacking, save money for a first payment, meet people in local real estate groups and find a mentor, and put money into things that earn without much work like stock index funds or ETFs.

Maybe you could contact a local STR management company and work for them for free to get some idea of what is to manage a STR.

If you check their websites they may give local agents contact info.  

I'd also connect with someone local that is doing what you're considering and ask them about their success in the space and if they have any advice for you. 

It cannot be covered in a few posts but to help you get started top left is a tab, LEARN check that out, and BUILD YOUR TEAM, just for starters; you must know how to underwrite your properties, and local laws.You are in the right place, check out some podcasts and read some books.

Use the enemy method and the search function in local Facebook groups.

Deals don't make sense unless you do something crazy like put 8 students in a single family :)  Yes I spoke with my local bak loan officer the other day and he said they are doing zero loans to finance purchase of rentals right now because the numbers don't work. 

Hi Angelica, I would look for a local meetup - there is a meetup section under "build your team" at the top of this site.