Each town has different rules regarding rent control. 

You would need to tap into what the market may draw because not all markets could support this type of guest avatar.You may be able to get just enough bookings to at least cover your monthly expenses by leaning into your listing and how you market the property.

Are there rules about renting it out?

(and I would definitely support paying the $149 for listing on FF)Beyond FF, Airbnb and ALE, it's going to take time and leg work, and which platform will depend on your market.

Non conventional just means the loan will not be sold to Fannie/Freddie so they do not have to follow those rules.

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Then, gather evidence like recent sales of comparable properties to support your case.

I am not sure there would be enough margin in this to support your goal.We know people are not lining up to accept section 8 so you could build housing targeting that group in some locations. 

Quote from @Antoine Black: Can anyone point me in the direction where I can finder private lenders Using the lenders tab on Bigger Pockets: https://www.biggerpockets.com/business/finder/lendersWith private lenders you would likely benefit from a broker as there is a lot more flexibility in terms of certain rules and the rates you receive will vary widely.