The rent is guaranteed by other tenants, the regional chapter or the state will pay the rent.

This information is from each lender I have asked, whether a local, regional, or national lender.

The other option I would consider is regional credit unions that hold onto mortgages/loans and don't sell them to the secondary market - they are "portfolio lenders" and have the ability to be more flexible with their terms.

Coming out from the Advertising industry in the city for the past 10 years i'm now situated out east on the north fork of Long island and looking for make moves in this region in real estate.Looking to connect with likeminded people and start to grow a network and community around me.

That's the case everywhere...and each region comes with its own set of challenges.

While off market deals may be your ideal scenario in securing an investment - lets discuss ways in which i can also possibly make that happen for you.Personal Standpoint - Wholesalers -  i would be interested in investing outside my region should there be an opportunity in fix and flip or BRRRR.

Specifically, the Groveland and Oakhurst regions seem promising if I can find the right deal.I would love to hear from anyone with experience in short-term rentals in these areas.

Selling to either Regional Supplier OR a Wholesaler. 

Got us where we needed to be for a refi with no extra money in from Regions.

The economic benefits could extend to local communities, spurring growth and development across the region.