It's a disappointing tactic that takes advantage of people's trust and eagerness to learn.So, how can you avoid falling into the trap of paying for information that's readily available for free?

Not sure the best area to start in coastal Carolina but I definitely think that house hacking is the best way for 90% plus of people to get their foot in the door for real estate investing

No idea what kind of single/shared room demand you would get near UTA.Here is a map for other people for Arlington's STR zone.https://www.arlingtontx.gov/common/pages/DisplayFile.aspx?

I am having trouble finding a reliable, efficient, easy to get a hold of, and good handyman work.Usually, people located in Virginia Beach do not want to make the trek out to downtown Suffolk.

I would definitely, 100%, get a good level of liability insurance if you're going to have it as a rental, and even more if it will be a STR, where people will be on vacation and probably partying.

It seems like you value people over Buisness which is exactly what this world needs.

I haven't used Investor Carrot personally and know many people are happy with it.

I know that when it comes to starting your investment journey, you're only as good as the team and people you surround yourself with!

Quote from @Michael Baum: Hey @Theresa McGallicher, so try not to spend too much time listening to random people on the internet.

Keep in mind if you are doing commercial/portfolio/other loan types then none of this may matter…but for Fannie/Freddie it will.SCHEDULE CThe Schedule C portion of your personal tax returns is where most people file a business that is operated as a “sole proprietorship”.