Looking to diversify my long term rental portfolio with some STRs in the Gulf Shores/Orange Beach area but I fully admit I'm short the knowledge in that space.

Knowledge 4.

Very satisfying flip with lots of experience and knowledge.

Very satisfying flip with lots of experience and knowledge.

@Matt Lee "Is it smarter to spend a couple of years as an agent to gain capital and knowledge"?

My goals with BiggerPockets are to connect with other professionals, share what I’ve learned over the years, and continue growing my knowledge in areas outside of my day-to-day role—especially on the ownership and investment side. 

If a “business”, it takes a lot more knowledge, capital, experience and talent than successfully investing in notes.

And he also recently appointed one Governor, Stephen Miran, who was confirmed just in time to vote last week on the Fed rate cut.

I would also suggest that you contact your local Public Housing Authority (PHA), which usually runs the Section 8 program and might have knowledge of other local resources or particular housing initiatives that may help you find a qualified tenant, such as project-based vouchers (linking the money to your specific unit) or, in some cases, housing programs for veterans (HUD VASH) or other special populations that may need special housing assistance.

If there is anything I can contribute or offer in exchange for some knowledge I am more than happy to chat and meet!