However, the short-term rental market comes with added complexities like managing turnover, dealing with seasonality, and ensuring you comply with local regulations.

With reduced supply this could have a positive affect on rental revenue this upcoming winter season for short-term rental owners of homes that were not negatively impacted by the storm.

Hello,I had a similar situation in NC...My husband and I (investors) tried to buy a piece of land from the gentleman who had been paying the taxes for years. 

However, since you mentioned this is a mid-term rental strategy, make sure to factor in vacancy rates, seasonal demand, and potential furnishing costs, which can be higher than long-term rentals.What you may also want to consider:Exit Strategy: If rates don’t drop within 12-18 months for your refi, what will your backup plan look like?

Check whether there’s an overabundance of similar rentals or if newer, more modern buildings are attracting tenants away from older stock.You're on the right track by doing detailed research, but don’t let longer days on market automatically steer you away from a zipcode.

@Brandon Craig, it sounds like you got your answer from two very seasoned individuals. 

I came in the middle of high season (11/1) and I was 43% in Nov, 64% in Dec.

STR for the high season and mid term for the off season.

An 8-week stay could be a great opportunity, especially during your slow season, but a few things to think about:Since your guest has no reviews, maybe ask for a reference or just have a quick chat to feel things out.

Probably they are older or distressed properties in undesirable neighborhoods certainly they can be found.