Of course, if you're a veteran, you can get a 0% downpayment VA loan and I believe there are some other loans that allow for this as well. 

This list is included on a slide in the photos section that was also recently done by a professional photographer.

You'll get courted by agents, lenders, and course sellers.... but you can also learn a lot and make good connections.

My MTR is suited for travel medical professionals and digital nomads so I market it only on Furnished Finder.

Of course, engaging with members on sites like BP too!

After recently speaking to loan professionals I have become aware of the fact that after you have a couple of properties lenders will require that you have 3-6 months of reserves for your loan payments for each properties on hand. 

This is assuming you can qualify for lending of course but plenty of options if you qualify.

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

Then just a general welcome letter introducing yourself and a little bit of your professional history. 

Ryan,If it is truly a separate company, you will want to have proper Insurance coverage:- General Liability (Bodily Injury or Property damage caused by your operations)- Professional Liability (aka Errors & Omissions - for damages caused by your decisions, advice,...)- Workers Compensation (even if you are not employing anyone)There are other coverage to consider depending on your operations.