And one more question I've worked with 3 REA thus far but so far none of them communicate timely (it usually take 2-3 days to get a response even when I'm letting them know I want to offer on a property) is this common?

A common rule of thumb is around $30 to $60 per square foot for light to moderate renovations.

Great book as well especially for getting everyone focused towards a common goal. 

Loopnet is commonly considered that place where deals go to die.  

This would be a second home under your proposed scenario unless you or your wife plan to occupy it permanently as primary home.

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They are not allowed in certain master planned communities.Summerlin, including Sun City Summerlin▪ Town Center▪ Skye Canyon▪ Cliff’s Edge▪ Symphony Park▪ Grand Canyon Village▪ Las Vegas Medical District▪ Providence SquareAnd these restrictions I find would be the most difficult for you to overcome - A short-term rental license does not provide authority to violate any common-interest community’s covenants,conditions and restrictions (CC&Rs).

Don't be dumb, use common sense for when to call. 7pm on a Friday is dumb, so is 6am on a Tuesday.

My friend recently told me of this scenario where the person I lease to would perhaps then double book individuals and keep deposits. 

I feel I’m in a special scenario and would like to have about 3 properties by the end of 2026.