I don't know your specific market all that well but have you done some analysis on your ADR during the high season X your high season occupancy rate and determined whether taking lower priced slow season bookings vs letting your property stay vacant during the winter averages out in your favor?

DSCR Loans - Both Purchase and Cash Out Loans- Investors typically use these on the cash out portion of the BRRRR Strategy - Minimum Downpayment, usually 20% but some lenders offer 15% down - Max LTV on Refinances, typically 75%, but some lenders will do 80% - Minimum Title seasoning (since the property was purchased and recorded on county records) is 90 days, although some lenders have no seasoning at all as long as you can show rehab work completed. - 30 year fixed terms - Usually have a Prepayment Penalty from 1-5 years, although you can price out a 0 PPP for a higher rate or fee- Minimum Credit score is 650 usually, although you could do a lower LTV loan at 620. 

BiggerPockets is full of resources designed to help you along your journey, whether you are just getting started or a seasoned investor.

Now if you are seasoned and portfolio is mature and you are not as concern about maximizing income then I can see a migration to SFH might suit someone.  

I would love to hear from fellow seasoned investors who can relate to my sentiments in our current economic and real estate conditions.

Unlike conventional loans that typically require a 12 month seasoning period, DSCR loans have no such requirement, making it much easier for investors to scale their portfolios.I’ve included an article below that outlines how DSCR loans can be utilized in BRRRR strategies.Also, I noticed you’re based in Florida, I’m in Tampa.

I also wonder if some hosts only list during football season and then transition to mid-term rentals (MTRs) the rest of the year.New Tax Changes Coming in January 2025Starting January 2025, Airbnb will automatically collect and remit the 5% tourist tax for Gainesville.

You have just made it thru the slow season of every year.

Do you have a sports team you follow with season tickets? 

The main hassle of conventional lending is being able to provide proof of income and seasoning.