I am new to the real estate game and am looking at my first deal.

I highly recommend Jason Flemming of CIBC.He understands the real estate investment game and very objective.

  ;)Most of my portfolio is turnkey and they've been great for me.

Something to keep in mind with STR, that's tied to why REI is a smart game to play - control is the name of the game.You want to control the guests and rates (vet them in hopes of avoiding property damage, set rates to attract those willing to pay more for quality)You want to control the costs (furnishings, consumables, cleaning/repair/plumbing/electrical)You want to control the property (choice of property, location, financing terms, well or city water, septic or city sewer, etc)This is all going to be very hard to do, if not impossible, if you don't OWN THE PROPERTY. 

Good day,I am seeking referrals for a CFP (preferably in Denver, CO) that also has experience with real estate investing within a portfolio.  

We essentially were paying for real life education on how to be a big player in the game.

@April Robbins, in theory you can grow your portfolio 4X faster.

Cory Nemoto is an extremely humble but successful house flipper in Hawaii who is CRUSHING the game.

When I talked to my accountant, she discussed putting my portfolio under an LLC umbrella so I can take full advantage of the tax breaks and depreciation.

I know the renting and the buying game.