They provide flexibility and efficiency, especially for experienced investors.How have you found the terms and structure compared to traditional options?

You should also check to ensure they have Errors & Omissions insurance, Fidelity Bond coverage, and a Financial Institution Blanket Bond.Some are more consultative and advisory and provide guidance, while others are just processors. 

To do this, you would use the underwriting and loan requirements provided by your loan purchaser, which may or may not align with your current criteria.

A good realtor will have all the revenue and provide whatever is needed to make a sound decision.

STR can provide more cash (potentially), but its a high risk high reward strategy - if you invest in the furniture, staging, photos, and management or self manage, there is a lot of time and money invested.

I can also say buying new with a warranty can provide piece of mind. 

I currently live in Washington State, and am looking to invest in OH, providing housing for Section 8.

Michael’s articles are excellent and provide valuable insight into taxes for syndication deals.

I do like all the data that Stessa provides for investors.

The sellers have not been responsive when asked to provide that information, which is why I was wondering if it's a typical practice prior to submitting an offer.