I tried attending one in my local market a couple of times but felt like I was in some hotel ballroom being pitched on how the 12 year-old kid up in front would teach us all how to run to the back of the room to swipe $10K on our AMEX for the secrets of real estate investing.

Quote from @Francisco Milan: These really do not do much these days for people finding most of the listing online; however, you need to be sure that you put one out because any lead is a lead to put in your database to market to. 

Rules vary significantly, and you need to be aware of licensing, taxes, and any restrictions.Local Market: Analyze the STR market in your target area.

The equation shouldn't be PP = Market Price - cost to repair foundation, it should be PP = Market Price - cost to repair - discount for taking on the risk.

Wayne market? 

- Find ways to provide real value: Whether it’s market insights, deal structuring ideas, or even helping investors improve cash flow, being a problem-solver makes you stand out

This will make it a lot easier to manage, will cost you less than buying on the market and typically you can get 1:1 rent returns.

You have to know the market before you build a plan and I don't think this market supports your intended plan.

After living through the GFC and the shrinking market for local banks, they saw an opening in the market for what they call "consultative banking" like they had years before and decided to start a bank.

Our focus is on mid market 50-100 unit's but happy to help.