I might use a lower ARV if I know my market slows down during my projected timeframe to sell, but all of this is done before I buy the property.

STRs in their current form are simply big hotels, and legislation has been slow to catch up because in their original form they were more conducive to residence (someone crashing on your couch for $39/night).  

Webinars and getting people to sign up for events is typically the most productive or dinner where you share what you are doing.4.

FHA loans are only used for owner occupied properties. and to echo above, there is NO seasoning period for a rate/term refi on conventional loans, and vast majority of loan products that can be used on investment properties. 

Is there an equity-based product that I could use to pay for that rehab, with the intent of doing a DSCR once it is rehabbed and rented?

(Hopefully) If it was not top quality then he will have a point.Customers should NEVER buy any materials or products.

They made some excuses that because production wasn't really down much and unemployment was still low that it wasn't a recession but I think that was bogus.

:)The most important thing in wholesale real estate is to stay sharp on your lead and deal acquisition, as these are the main "products" you're selling.Investing in strong outbound and inbound strategies to find off-market properties and their sellers is the foundation for success.Good luck!

This could be a good short-term solution if you're planning on refinancing again into a long-term product down the road.

Also, if you're looking to scale  - a DSCR loan might be a great product for you - LLC and large investment portfolio friendly!