While you should always consult a CPA and/or attorney for their professional advice, here's my 3 cents (I'm sure others will chime in as well):1) Having an LLC may make it "easier" to track but it's not needed in this situation as you can run this through your personal return just as well.

There is an interest in medium term rentals for travel nurses as well.  

*Location Matters — Neighborhoods that have high demand, quality schools and close proximity to shops and services tend to draw buyers willing to pay a premium for a well-renovated house.

An additional benefit of a detailed engineering-based Cost Segregation Study is that it can increase potential insurance premium savings as well as provide support for the property tax appeals process.

My name is Chelsea and I am new to investing as well!

Hi Michael, I'd be glad to help answer some questions for you and/or locate a duplex that would work well for your goals.Feel free to connect!

I'm a huge fan of San Antonio as an STR market, but it is, like most "mature" markets, very sensitive about WHAT performs well. 

And make sure to plan for the additional depreciation as well!

Be sure to explore all around the forums as well as many of the FREE tools that Bigger Pockets provides.I am on the lending side of things and am always happy to hop on a call to discuss loan options that are out there, even if not offered by my resources.

I will findout more information about all the great questions you posted :) Thank you.No inspections is all well and good, but that’s not the real issue.