I'd estimate your cash flow after you pay the loan payment would be $600-$800, which a lender that understands investment real estate should give you some credit for on your DTI.As for a bank, I have a specific lender at NBI that I would recommend.

However, terms are negotiated specific to each project. 

Are there specific factors you look for in an area to make sure it’s a good fit for this type of rental setup?

To say I am shocked is an understatement.Finally, when I sought out their tax strategy services, I specifically asked in the informational meeting if I wasn't acting a little prematurely, and if I should wait for my partner and I to be married in 2024 before making this investment, i.e. if tax strategizing would pay for itself in 2023 via significant tax refunds.

Would you share 3 specific things I should do during my "training period" (if it includes a book, which one)?

Is there any specific area where you could use some support or advice?

When I call the most seasoned person Allan Howell he gives me great info but doesnt know the specifics. yet you call others and they know it like the back of their hand.I have learned a lot from this process and am grateful for so many members commenting on my posts and helping me learn more about being an investor.

The investment in the plane ticket and hotel can pay off huge when you are able to find and focus in on a specific area. 

With the massive increase in STR properties in the US, I am hopeful that lenders and appraisers will evolve to apply income/exp metrics to STR deals specifically, on top of generic property comps.

Quote from @Emily Gowen: I only recommend investors sell when they can move the money to a better-performing investment or when the sale moves them closer to a specific goal.