Over the last couple of years, many DSCR lenders have embraced and adapted to financing short-term rentals, including using data-driven tools like AirDNA to qualify rents on short-term rental properties, but there is yet to be a similar tool for medium-term rentals.

Of course this is only as good as the staff doing the data input.  

If you are looking at KC area and lees summit I have some good data for you.

You have the area experience and data to help you, but courthouse steps auctions are blind bidding (other than what you can find through the windows), all cash, 10 percent down at the time of close, and not always clear on all of the liens associated with the house (tax liens, HOA liens, utility liens, etc.). 

Quote from @Garrett Brown: One of the coolest projects I have been able to work on at BiggerPockets has been combing through tons of AirDNA and Market Finder data while combining my love for college football. 

Keep in mind, data changes constantly.

Census data shows Springfield as #3 in population decline amongst mid size cities.

Never invest in residential property in NYNY and Cal and many other states are driven by wealth redistribution from property owners to tenants, not private property rights.  

See data in the link below.https://mred.stats.10kresearch.com/infoserv/s-v1/o5UC-nx0

Partner Driven identified the Pointe Clear Dr property as a prime investment opportunity due to its location in a growing market and its potential for value-add through strategic renovations.