Quote from @Alan Hale: Is my modeling wrong?

It is very common here for investors to model a buy out of anywhere from $50-$500k.

As for short-term financing, they are fairly easy to work with but the biggest hurdle is their internal credit model.

.- Write and publish 52+ high-quality articles on adding the build-to-rent and build-to-sell business models to your real estate investment tool belt.Are you doing all of these in San Antonio?

Quote from @Bruce Lynn:All this I guess depends on how much risk you want to take or not take or can afford to take.I agree there is some risk with the PadSplit model.

You could swing to a furnished rental if that works for your area even with rental furniture but that is a different model.

It’s fantastic to have a Realtor and investor with expertise in new construction homes joining the community.Here’s how you can engage and collaborate with the BP community.

Hey @Trey Holloway, there are products out there that fit the 10% down model, but you will have to hunt for one.I don't agree with @Jaycee Greene that banks don't finance STRs.

Hey Joshua,I'm currently in the throws of a development project in Brooklyn, and the $300 a sf model is a little light, especially if you plan on decent finishes. 

Time in the market is very important to long-term rentals and if you can learn to buy one good deal per year and become well-versed in Section 8 you will succeed.I like the model of starting with self-management.