Quick thoughts on the markets you're considering:Knoxville, TN: Growing, affordable, and a strong university presence.Huntsville/Montgomery/Tuscaloosa, AL: Huntsville's got tech, while Montgomery and Tuscaloosa have colleges.Asheville, NC: Popular tourist spot, but competitive and pricey.Akron, OH: Affordable, but keep an eye on the local economy.Irving, TX: Part of DFW, so a big market, but prices are higher.St.

Professionals with decades of experience and proven track records do all the heavy lifting.

Additionally, the rental market in Seattle can be competitive, with seasonal fluctuations affecting short-term rental demand.

Are these loan terms competitive?

I imagine there are still a large number of “mom and pop” hosts who had no idea there were taxes or a permit needed who’ll be weeded out, but they prop weren’t our competition anyway  ;-) Good luck! 

And if I am getting 3-5 calls a day it gives you an idea of the competition that exists in the marketplace.  

I was never really mad about this situation until I started to understand the buyers are likely going to get some money and I am going to come out of pocket pretty heavy.

BRRRRs are really tough right now with interest rates high, rents flat, contractors booked up, and tremendous competition for deals.i always get nervous with HELOCs as down payment because it can mean that you're not well capitalized. 

Lower rates, more buyers in the market, more competition.

Multiple, billion dollar companies are investing heavy in our area, such as Intel, Google, and Amazon.