I would be happy to chat more about it so I can understand the whole picture better and see if there is any loan product that fits!

Her 6 years as a Property Manager have given her a deep understanding of all aspects of property management.

I don't understand why people use this argument.

Go to an attorney that understands the workings of the city.  

@Stephen Montez from what we see here on BP:1) Investors NOT knowing how to get properties under "market" value.They all expect to pay price in MLS and cashflow.2) Not taking the time to understand different property classes and their pros & consThey often buy a Class C rental for the low price, yet expect Class A results.3) Trying to DIY manage without doing their homeworkThey try to penny-pinch, yet their mistakes cost them dollars.

Just make sure you understand the STR regulations in the city you plan to Arbitrage in. 

You don't need a "mentor" to understand OPM, you just need an investor friendly lender to work with that is a bit more consultative, there are a few out there.

@Bill Brandt at least for my understanding in my parts, they are all called a foreclosure. 

Understand the fees involved and calculate the total cost for an entire year of management so you can compare the different managers.

I understand that I would need to find an operator willing to do business with me; I'm simply asking if it makes sense, and if it would be a scalable option to start my first handful of units.