You should utilize resources like BiggerPockets, build a team, and use online platforms to find potential properties.

Thanks so much for the warm welcome and encouragement. 

If there are any platforms offering more attractive terms on the HEA than the HELOC it could be an option. 

I would strongly encourage getting one with good internet, as a bunch of the tech crowd from Atlanta will rent it out in order to work remote.

We are now offering a limited service option where you would own the Airbnb listing, we would have to own the other platforms we list on listings, however.

While it's a great spot with a ton of tourism unfortunately, it seems the hotels view STR's as competition and have helped to encourage the strict regulations.

If so I'd recommend looking at RentRedi, it's free for pro members and it has a free prescreening application, and also does credit and background checks through the platform that the applicants pay for.

It includes paperwork, scheduling third-party inspections, and meeting critical dates for due diligence and closing.By leveraging technology, we use platforms like Asana to assign and track tasks.

Most brokers use some form of a soft MLS and Street Easy plus their own brokerage platform.

Thank you for sharing your encouraging sentiment on your first "down to the studs" rehab.