I'd also recommend checking out Investor Lab – their events are worthwhile, though there is a fee.Besides REIAs, look into:Meetup.com: Many local real estate groups host events here.Landlord Associations: They provide excellent resources for both Portland and state-level, which could be helpful if you decide to self-manage your home in Salem.Best of luck on your real estate journey, and feel free to reach out if you need any advice!

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Alexandra,Tampa is a great place to live and its rapidly growing in terms of population and new construction.

BiggerPockets also has a calculator you can use to analyze deals and I highly recommend you start this as soon as possible, even if you are not ready to buy.

For build equity and cahs flow I recommend SAMANA, PUNTA-CANA, PEDERNALES

This is a good question and one I would recommend speaking to an STR knowledgeable licensed tax advisor on. 

 Do you recommend I buy a house in my government name and then transfer the title to my business or just buy in my business name from the jump ?

Loan Paydown/Equity Growth - Grow equity for "free!"

BiggerPockets also has a calculator you can use to analyze deals and I highly recommend you start this as soon as possible, even if you are not ready to buy.

I’d really love to pick it up and make some useful community growing business.