The only thing I won't do are repairs that require an actual plumber or electrician.As a landlord here in Binghamton, I know it's hard to find someone to respond to calls or do miscellaneous repairs in a timely manner and without breaking the bank.

He has a reputable PM company GC Realty, and he knows most of the good PM companies in the Chicago area even if his company can't/won't cover an area. 

There is a good reason a reputable lender will and rightfully has the ability to charge 2-2.50% 3.

There are many factors to consider, I drop some here: 1) being new, need to build your reputation and have no repeating customers2) Miami has had an overflow of STRs buildings and "illegal" inventory: investors who bought new condos allowing STR with loans to pay, tend to lower the price to get bookings.

@Zach GallagherVisio has a solid reputation and will end on collateral that others wouldn't even consider.  

In my experience, why we are chosen in our market comes down to the reputation we have built for ourselves.

Reputation Most lenders that I work with have excellent and honest reviews on Google.

It is good practice in assessing STR potential and performance by combining personal research and rental experiences (rates and dates) with at least one local reputable Property Management company rental revenue estimate. 

If this is seen as advertising or not allowed, sorry in advance, but I haven't seen a real life 0% down payment in quite a while, and Navy Federal is reputable, so thought those of you starting out would benefit from knowing there is actually one out there.

Find a reputable mastermind group, go to meet ups and connect with experienced operators.