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One thing I'm struck by is no DST company so far has been able to provide their track record.

As for the bank accounts, I'm yet to decide if I need to create a separate bank account for each series, and I'm leaning towards doing so because it will provide separate asset protection.From a tax planning standpoint, I'm still researching the best set-up, but it appears that separate EIN for each series is the way to go for liability protection as well. 

I am a lender here in South Florida and would be happy to provide you with some more guidance so that you can make an informed decision on comparing conventional versus FHA to see which works best for your situation. 

If you are financing the purchase, the lender will also provide protection, you will get an inspection done to protect you and so on.

Sadly, many of them don't have younger relatives to provide them guidance and many times are scammed by predatory investors.   

There are several books that can provide valuable insights and prepare you for house hacking.

If you already own it and it was a personal residence that you don't want to sell providing you live somewhere in the area, have an interest and understanding of your local rental laws and aren't in California (the laws) or Florida (the possibility of assessments) then self management is a possibility. 

Do your best to mitigate issue before they crop up and annoy residents.Maybe create a free service, for those that are not using your management services, to come and review their STRs for safety, procedures for help etc.

What are the best ways to prepare for the Law & Safety and General B license?