Make sure that your area states it directly.Otherwise, let the booking site handle things. 28 days isn't that long IMHO depending on the area or reason for traveling. 

Even facebook might have some good local groups for you.

However, I'm short on cash (will be putting $20k of my personal money into this)  and I am exploring creative ways to source funds for the project.I’ve been quoted for a $100K HELOC on my primary residence with a 30/1m ARM at a 13.25% rate and APR, with an interest-only monthly payment of $1,016 and $3,825 in points.

So, hard pass for me.

Certainly not impossible, but the multifamily market (especially for larger properties) is pretty active and below-market purchases, while possible, don't happen as often as they might in the smaller property space.Pro tip:  If you still like the idea of purchase cap rate, use stabilized yield on cost instead. 

Open to hear/read and tips and advices that could help me on my research for my first deal!

I recommend looking at diamond/coal city/Braidwood if looking for affordable properties.  

This gives you the opportunity to not have to pay out of pocket for a primary residence you can't occupy.For @Andrew Miller - as someone that's done multiple renovation loans myself and helped 100's do the same, here are my biggest tips:1.

While a more robust conversation around your entire financial picture would be required, here are a few questions that I'd want to double click on first:Where is Your War Chest?

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