Contractors, PMs, and lenders will open doors faster than online networking aloneBest next steps when you land:• Start building U.S. credit immediately• Get bank accounts and an LLC set up cleanly• Attend local meetups and talk to people who actually own in Syracuse• Focus on learning underwriting so you recognize a good deal when one shows upMost people underestimate how long the setup phase takes.

I've received confirmation from the city zoning department that my property is zoning M-1 (light industrial) however the duplex is in legal standing per the City and recognized "as-is".

I use a co-host on all my STRs for the same reason you cite.The issue is that you do not seem to recognize you purchased that cash flow by paying for it up front.  

I recognize this becomes a logistical challenge with added costs.

The IRS recognizes 6 methods for conducting a cost segregation analysis. 

Richard sourced the opportunity through local market activity and recognized the potential quickly.

Something I'm recognizing is how personal the decision is to form an LLC, increase insurance protection or some combination of the two. 

A clear buy box makes it much easier to filter noise and recognize patterns.Once the buy box is set, the most important step is consistency.

That said, I think it’s also important to recognize that investing goals and strategies can vary—some investors prioritize long-term appreciation, while others still seek modest cash flow through creative structuring, niche markets, or alternative asset classes.

It helped me recognize work that I was capable of completing and I was able to quickly determine if the numbers were going to work for us.