I'd start as a Sole Proprietor.

As you begin diving into the world of real estate investing and start laying the groundwork for your strategy, one of the most important steps you can take early on is to prioritize both tax planning and asset protection.

These forums are a great starting point, but you should also check out local meetups, happy hours, and workshops.

I'd recommend acquisition over construction for someone just starting out unless you are already well established financially.

I have stayed in the same areas where I started so my local market knowledge continued to improve, and my competitive advantage stays strong. 

I am interested to hear from homeowners who have day jobs (not WFH) that found a way to start and/or manage an STR at an owner-occupied duplex, triplex or 4plex. 

In terms of speaking with several different P/HMLs, I know that BP offers suggestions on HMLs, but where is the best place to start finding PMLs to start building those relationships?

You may get the 2nd string, or the last minute accepted students, who need quick housing, to start school this August. 

I also help clients analyze deals and make smart purchases and exits, and I’d love to be a resource for others doing the same.Whether you're just starting out or scaling up, I’m here to share what I know and learn from those further along the path.

I am sure you will get a lot of the same answers, but if you can do a house hack and utilize a renovation loan, that's a golden nugget that will quickly give you a boost in your net worth and experience bank!