I can provide you with insights and advice on how to get started.

In this market, trying to extend them or be provided extra time may be difficult given this strong seller's market.Generally, yes it would be good if you have a "feel" or "inkling" of what it takes to repair/replace stuff. 

These numbers should be determined using a combination of the historical financial data available, feedback from your property management company, your business plan, and the property characteristics.Generally, you can expect per unit numbers like this:Repairs & Maintenance: $200 – $500 per unitAdministrative: $150 – $350 per unitUnit Turnover: $200 – $300 per unitContract Services: $200 – $500 per unitUtilities: $800 – $1,200 per unitAdvertising $100 – $300 per unitPayroll $1,000 – $1,600 per unit (very market specific)Insurance: (very market specific)RE Taxes: (very county specific)Again, these are very general per unit numbers but they should help provide you with guidance. 

For insurance I bet you could still get away with residential STR insurance, but be sure to ask your provider before and if they say get a commercial policy you probably should.

Great question @Rachel ChioreanuA network of reliable vendors who provide quality work for a fair price is critical to our success as investors and managers. 

I don't think the name of the game is to provide a discount with the email.  

You can also consult with lenders, brokers and ask them for suggestions on who might be a good real estate mentor and most will be able to provide one. 

"Many states require an LLC to maintain certain records and provide that members have a right to inspect these records.

It's a lot less risky than fix & flip and provides great cash flow.

I can listen to books and educate myself on whatever I want while at the gym, in the car, etc.I currently have 200+ books in my library and if you'd like any recommendations on a particular area of study, send me a message and I'd be happy to provide you with some.A couple I'd recommend that will give you a "crash course" are..Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat - The BRRRR Rental Property Investment Strategy Made SimpleFLIP - How to Find, Fix, and Sell Houses for ProfitThe Book on Flipping Houses How to Buy, Rehab, and Resell Residential PropertiesThis book is not currently available on Audible but a must readThe Book on Estimating Rehab Costs - J ScottBigger Pockets has become one of my best resources.