I'm actively seeking mentorship from someone with experience in similar markets who can shed more light on this process.

For the crowdfunding and similar platforms that are starting to rise, would the lower returns be a result of the diversification they provide or due to the different risks they come with?

I love Hocking Hills and am thinking about doing something similar in a different remote part of Ohio. 

@Doug Kirk Similar to @Remington Lyman, I also use Ohio Real Title and they're great to work with (I have no affiliation)

Do you use google ads, or something similar, or do you just text motivated leads?

At 6 per 100 in my targetted town there's a ~75 unit shortage, similar 10k population. 

Rental Price – Even with a $100 reduction, is your price still competitive with similar properties in the area?

Similar situation where I was forced to update while it was occupied.However I know once I have to update the entire unit, I’ll be spending quite a bit as the kitchen is outdated and the place needs paint and either new LVP put down or sand and stain the existing hardwood. 

However, if you provide substantial services—like managing short-term rentals similar to a hotel—then income could be classified as earned income and subject to SE tax.The primary benefit of REPS is the ability to deduct real estate losses against W-2 or other active income, reducing taxable income significantly.

That is part of the problem with a lot of companies (I am not knocking insula as dont have all the info/facts just stating how the business works), they engage brokers to get them loans and the brokers collect a small fee. unfortunately many of the brokers may be similar to real estate wholesalers - have little to no experience.