I'd also network with Wholesalers and other investors in your area.

Granted, I’m new to AirBNB but have done a ton of research into short-term rental and can offer some tips on dynamic pricing, calendar and property management, if you’d like :)What I’ve done is watch TONS of BP podcasts multiple times, signed up for a membership so I can use their calculator software, bought some books and done some networking...

Looking to surround my self with successful people, network, and most importantly learn. 

Also the Omaha Reia is another great place to network with other investors.

We have been networking and have made relationships with realtors, CPA's, and lenders. 

If anyone is familiar with massachusetts, the areas vary widely- cape cod, new bedford, taunton, south shore, and of course boston itself (out of my league d/t price) are all much different in price/rent ratio, schools, crime, etc... what are the things that matter most to you and influence your decisions when looking into different markets?

Start networking now, and here is a great place to start!

Networking? 

I absolutely love real estate in general and thought this would be a great place to network with people of like minds or even people looking for property management.

I have little time but would like to network more than I have.