@Hunter Beckstrom Although I prefer multi family due to scalability and economies of scale I still regularly look at and run numbers single families.

I have worked with investors that have done both routes and it all depends on their own preferences. 

I've been looking into switching PMSs also, but I'd really prefer not to.It was recommended in a Facebook group to do this setting, but since my default min stay is 2 days I fail to see how this is any different.What seems like it should work would be a setting like this, where the min stay just before an unavailable day would be bigger than that amount of days.But this setting doesn't seem to make any difference on my calendar that I can see.

One of the good things about DSCR Lenders is that the guidelines and programs are different and not cookie-cutter 100% equivalent like conventional lenders that all must mirror the GSEs, etc.Most DSCR Lenders will have similar rates and terms and generally similar processes - so generally what will make the "best" one is the best one for your needs - I would focus on any specialties or niches - like short term rentals, if you do multifamily or mixed use, BRRRR Method or focus in on a specific market - find someone who specializes and has a good track record in that niche or area

There are several niches in RE investing. 

The overall real estate market in Onondaga County appears robust, with increasing property values and a preference for multi-family housing.

I would prefer not to open a conventional bank account if I can keep things simple.

I will be injecting new funds every year.Full Control: I enjoy analyzing deals and prefer to have full control over my investments, so syndication is not an option.Given that I'm a complete newbie in real estate, I would greatly appreciate your advice on the following:Selection Criteria: What factors should I prioritize when choosing properties?

In my personal opinion, I wouldn’t be as worried with some of the niche items, like a surround sound system, smart features, sauna.

My loan rate on an investment property is 3.5% and after construction there is a significant equity, which I prefer to use for HELOC.