Additionally, working in a small-town market taught us how to effectively price properties for faster sales without compromising profit.

Although he is a banker, he thinks having the ability to operate as a broker and place loans with 30+ other lenders, in addition to his bank, is the "best setup."

If possible, you may want to learn in a place where you don't need to spend $750k on a fixer. 

In addition to those I would also suggest making a commitment to going to local meet ups and networking events in your area.

@Kenzer Hodgson For your STR, an umbrella policy can provide liability coverage, but an LLC offers additional asset protection by separating your personal and business assets, which can be valuable in case of lawsuits or audits.

In most single family zoned areas adding a single ADU is not a value add meaning it will not add more value than the hands off cost of the addition.  

Did you find any additional help or learning concerning over-the-counter tax line investing for Texas?

Either way it would be a grey area, selling a house with a different amount of units/bedroom/bathroom seems extreme though. its an auction site, I have seen auction sites miss the fact there was additional lots in a sale.

Even successful and furnished properties often need a refresh and at least some additional reinvestment due to wear and tear. - Production: Typically STR production on the Oregon Coast is +/- 10% of valuation.

Outdoor storage, moving services, additional parking.