Quote from @Peter Walther: Quote from @Bob Floss II: I don't know the laws in your area, but tread carefully assuming a judge will award specific performance when money damages are available.  

I am just starting out on Bigger Pockets and am excited to review all of the resources available.

The lack of short term rental data available to the appraiser concerns me. 

Areas that saw population bumps during the pandemic could see milder but significant demographic shifts, as will almost any area where effected residents have family, relatives or property available for immediate longterm occupancy.

The reason is that one wants to be able to properly avail themselves to the laws and protection of the corresponding state where the property lies.

However, based on the zip code there are only 5 rentals available in the zip code.

3.Rent schedule available, as well as lease and income reported to the IRS4.Not sure by what you mean doing it through the city, are referring to rehab permits?  

I reached out to Ward Hanigan but that short course does not look available currently.

It will tell you how much they are asking and how long they have been available.

What other kinds of loans or financing strategies are available that don't involve using too much of your own cash?