The site I used made it easy to compare local quotes and find affordable options without compromising on quality.

As for writing it off on active income, you’d still need to qualify as a REP (or spouse) or have material participation.  

Does not have to be local, since these are mostly general issues, not State (I've used advisors in other states but for other issues). 

My local loan officer said I would be able to get a loan up to $450k, if I rent my current home out and the property, I’m going for is a duplex+.

@Christopher CallClosed a few with @nick Velez who is with David Greene's "one brokerage" and active investor himself.

I would not venture beyond your skill set and suggest you risk harming yourself, such as getting electrocuted, however, once you have completed your work, have it inspected with the local building inspector.

Thanks for your local insights-

Northern New Mexico is the next front range of Colorado (unfortunately for locals, but fortunately for investors) this is a great appreciation market, but you will not find a Cash flowing rental unless you are willing to put in the work for an off market BRRRR.

I have a locally owned porta potty company where I know the owner, but he is in the Berwyn area so it would depend on where you are at. 

Though if personal use or long term safety are a concern it can make a lot of sense as Disney will always be a market (whereas places like Broken Bow I could see fading from popularity) and unlike many markets there is almost no regulation risk since these properties are built in tourist zones specifically for STR.I own there and manage others so have real world revenue data if you want specifics.Can you suggest some good local real-estate agents that I can reach out?