(My assumption is it may be tough to prove enough material participation if using someone local to manage.)Two things worth noting:1- I'll be discussing with my CPA in-depth soon, but would like to hear other's experiences on this.2 - The main reasons I'm looking to STR's is the tax benefits (Cost-Seg) & appreciation that comes with buying in these areas opposed to the mid-west where I look for long-term rentals..

I am doing this completely remotely, which has been a massive pain/lesson learned (topic for another day).I signed a very high-level agreement (i.e. expectations simply say "drywall and paint") with him for drywall and paint work at my home for a total of $10KI have paid $5K as a down payment as well as ~$2K in materials over time, as neededThere have been multiple break-in's in the home, and he has done me favors of working with the police, and boarding things up.

Happy to share the recording.

The day I closed the tenant was moving in.

You have to send them out a lot and it takes time to get any hits.

Hello. i'm under contract to purchase a duplex which I will convert to an STR. 

That’s awesome to hear you’re looking to invest in real estate!

Excited to be a part of this group!

Would love to hear opinions and thoughts on this!

Tenants agree to return the appliances in the condition supplied less any normal and reasonableThe tenant emailed me about two days after moving in and said the refrigerator was not supplied in complete working condition and is demanding I replace it ASAP.