Now, you can get some wholesalers but they usually don't know if the property will fit the requirements and regulations but you can learn that from the Realtor. 

As a side note, and maybe others will recommend this as well, obtain your real estate license instead if you are interested in pursuing sales full-time.

I recommend you hire an attorney for this until you know the process well enough to do it alone.

I would recommend seeing what other STR's similar to yours are market as for number of guests.

I would recommending looking at your property through the eyes of the NBA, or Next Best Alternative, to see if there is a market for you property as a mid-term rental. 

I can't name a single state that requires the disclosure of insurance claims.

As for non-bank loans, I'm familiar with a loan program that provides 100% financing, but it requires a minimum 650 credit score and proof of funds covering 12 months of interest.

@Brett Baker I would recommend reaching out to @Josh Green.

What kind of seasoning is generally required as it relates to the rents/revenue as it relates to servicing the note, etc...I currently own one PadSplit (acquired via Subject-to) that has been up just over a month.

Our rates are 7-12%, with no down payment required.