Ill be glad to assist.

As you change jobs again, you will have access to another chunk from this current 401k and could then evaluate a self-directed IRA.

start with professional or nuce pics and a good listing. get vacation rental insurance and a reliable house cleaner and you're good to go. also make sure you line up back up cleaners in case they flake. also get coded door locks so guests can self check in yet not lose the key. is that what you meant?

I live in the DMV and I'm getting started in buy and hold for college students and in note investing through a self directed IRA.

Assisted living?

After a week of calling his cell, office phone, speaking with the office assistant, and emailing him, I finally reached the listing agent. 

However, you should always include Property Management (recommend 10%) even if you are planning to self manage.  

Being as new as I am, my concept of adding value was to assist with marketing or bringing deals that I wouldn't mind splitting 30/70 (70% to mentor) as I learn but I am willing to search courthouses records if that what it takes.

To follow this plan will require some self-discipline practiced daily, especially if this mindset doesn’t come naturally.

I'm willing to bet top dollar that college education would be a better bang for your buck than a self-study seminar peddled by someone selling you real estate "snake oil".