Granted, they are managing tenants in a popular fix and flip area where folks just get a lease signed above market to appear great, sell the property then realize the tenant is terrible and are stuck.

Further, there are a wide spectrum of lenders that can range from very good to very bad among lenders that brand themselves as "Private Money" "Hard Money" or "Private Lenders"Your best bet is likely to follow reviews and like you've been doing now with partnerships that you trust, but your instinct is right to have relationships with multiple lenders and options. 

Stone Oak:- Strong Demand: Stone Oak continues to be a popular choice due to its reputable schools and convenient access to major highways and businesses.- Market Insights: According to Zillow, home values in Stone Oak have been steadily increasing, indicating strong demand.3.

That’s the best bet.

As some of you might know, I host a popular Real Estate Podcast. 

If I'm on a job for some reason; and there's something that needs done that needs some muscle, you can bet I'm not opposed to asking a man for help. 

NC is becoming quite popular, and properties are more within your price range.

I'm looking to connect to those who currently AirBNB properties in popular Northern Michigan cities: Traverse City, Boyne City, Petoskey, Harbor Springs, Mackinaw City, etc. 

I am reading several books that seem to be popular/recommended - of course, I believe they were written by the creator of this website, so naturally they would be recommended by this website - and I am trying to decipher whether they are universal principles or things that worked at that particular time for that particular individual.As far as @Henry Clark 's suggestion that I narrow my focus to exactly what I can do now - I appreciate that perspective and will not bang my head against the wall about this topic.

I've found some lenders that will go up to 80% sometimes, but I think your best bet might be a government-backed loan if you want such a high LTV ratio.