I've done extensive research and familiarized myself with the basics, I believe there's no substitute for real-world experience and practical advice. 

Some of those can be good, but most are just regurgitated versions of other people's courses.If you want to be successful in real estate investing, start with transparency.If you are a new investor, use it to your advantage.

Does that mean that I can only rent the place out to people that share the same finances?

Hi @Raechel ClevengerOne thing to remember when you are getting into RE investing is to have your team of people or as Brandon Turner from the Bigger Pockets Podcast calls it your CORE 41.

This is a great place to learn and to meet people so take advantage of all the great resources. 

Was like most people who get into STR deals, wanted higher return.

So basically, you just go on the app and select an option for permant/time-bound key.

I also have a 401k that my 9-5 does a 5% match on so I do 5% just to get that basically free money as well.

Great question, I recommend a basic letter explaining that you're the new landlord.

Personally, I think the taxes are high and the services you get for your taxes low there.I know people that invest in Detroit but you must know the area down to the street and have excellent property management.However, I just talked to my CPA today about a referral he was sending me who is a client of his that has 30 rental properties in Detroit and selling them all because the City doesn't really help, charges for everything, and they never have given a security deposit back to a tenant after they stayed because of their behavior or lack of payment.