@David Bergmann is the guy you want to talk to - he's the STR expert in Columbia 

This kind of networking can be invaluable, not only for gaining knowledge but also for finding potential mentors who can guide you through your first steps.Remember, every expert was once a beginner.

And, you cannot duplicate the years of experience and resources a team of experts already possesses.

Capital Square still has their website up and seems to be more stable, though I'm no expert by any means. 

See the chart from Fair Isaac Company (FICO) below: FICO Score Pct of Population Default Probability 800 or more 13.00% 1.00% 750-799 27.00% 1.00% 700-749 18.00% 4.40% 650-699 15.00% 8.90% 600-649 12.00% 15.80% 550-599 8.00% 22.50% 500-549 5.00% 28.40% Less than 499 2.00% 41.00% Source: Fair Isaac CompanyAccording to this chart, investors should use corresponding vacancy + tenant-nonperformance factors of approximately 5% for Class A rentals, 10% for Class B and 20% for Class C.To address Class C payment challenges, many industry "experts" are now selling programs to newbie investors about how Section 8 tenants are the cure.

’ve had hot tubs for a while, and in the past, I made the mistake of hiring a so-called “hot tub expert” at $2K a month—only to end up with poor service, dirty water, and even guest complaints about bacteria.Here’s how I solved it:Created my own SOP – as a co-host, I trained my cleaners on how to properly balance the water.

If it’s even slightly possible reach out to a local expert like @Collin Hays.

Quote from @Michael Plaks: Quote from @Andre Taylor: Looking for a tax company that does Cost Segregation Reports.Three cost segregation companies are operated by these three Bigger Pockets experts: @Bernard Reisz   @Yonah Weiss  @Julio GonzalezReach out to any of them.

.✅ Books like The Airbnb Expert’s Playbook – A great intro to hosting fundamentals.✅ Online communities (Facebook groups, Reddit’s r/Airbnb) – Learn from real hosts sharing what works and what doesn’t.Focus first on guest experience, pricing strategy, and local regulations—those are the pillars of a successful STR business.I can also share my top 5 beginner mistakes to avoid if you’d like—just let me know! 

See the chart from Fair Isaac Company (FICO) below: FICO Score Pct of Population Default Probability 800 or more 13.00% 1.00% 750-799 27.00% 1.00% 700-749 18.00% 4.40% 650-699 15.00% 8.90% 600-649 12.00% 15.80% 550-599 8.00% 22.50% 500-549 5.00% 28.40% Less than 499 2.00% 41.00% Source: Fair Isaac CompanyAccording to this chart, investors should use corresponding vacancy + tenant-nonperformance factors of approximately 5% for Class A rentals, 10% for Class B and 20% for Class C.To address Class C payment challenges, many industry "experts" are now selling programs to newbie investors about how Section 8 tenants are the cure.