I like the way you are thinking, but most likely you will end up having to bring on partners, not a "sponsor".

I've been watching a million videos, reading a lot of books, websites, ect. 

NOI of 100K - I would check on cap rates as in legitimate from a commercial real estate Broker in the area not how they are discussed on this website to determine actual value.

I've even looked up properties on my local tax assessor's website to find homes with different mailing addresses to get a feel for (what I believe) I would be doing on the daily to find deals.Today, I was driving around my area and found a house that looked vacant and abandoned; tall grass, bordered up windows..

Should I bring a contractor with me to check out the house?

Actually, I already moved and need to sell my previous residence and that's what brings me to the forums to ask for some guidance.My situation is that i'm trying to sell my house, which has been on the Market for a month.  

I feel like that is where I can separate myself with bringing real value with knowing the area so well. 

Here's a paragraph I sent to the city planning office in regards to the one-STR limit: "I also wish to reinforce a second concern which I heard someone else bring up to you after the meeting, which is that many owners and hosts (myself included) are operating two STR spaces on one lot.

I'm really excited to bring her into all this! 

Here is an article on my website addressing your question. http://www.costsegregationservices.com/file-form-3115-not/