We are leaning more toward Johnson City just due to location, size, and economy/industries that are there.

Additionally, I would like to attempt to do the process Owner/Builder with subcontracting work out as well as doing some of the work I'm comfortable with (I have some experience with bathroom & kitchen remodeling an am not new to the construction industry).

By and large, QI's have very high ethical standards, and are sometimes overlooked as the engines of this tax saving tactic.]REPUTATION MARKERS 📊INDUSTRY STANDINGMembership in professional organizationsLeadership roles in FEAEducational contributions to the industryRelationships with major title companiesCLIENT RELATIONSHIPS 👥Testimonials from CPAs and attorneysReferences from title companiesLong-term client relationshipsTransparent fee structuresRELATIONSHIP RED FLAGS 🚩Overly familiar with your realtor/brokerKickback arrangements (illegal!)

Quote from @Brandon Croucier: Hey Bruce,I recommend working with an experienced DSCR Broker who knows the ins and outs of the industry to guide you in to the right product and pricing for you. 

Expensive markets are often desirable because many people want to live there, driving up demand and prices.Reno, NV, for instance, is a market that benefits from diversified employment sectors, including tech manufacturing, hospitality, and recreation.

My company also offers premier vacation rental management services as we recently expanded our services to MTRs because of the apparent need for management services in the sector.  

That has become nearly an industry standard in the lending space. 

For practitioners in the real estate industry, the biggest challenge is not just the difficult work, high risks, or immense pressure, but the necessity to learn to let go of complete control over outcomes.

The tech industry and manufacturing growth in Reno also provides for a different client for short term rentals, something to look into.

@Carlos C.Mark Kohler is well respected in the industry.