To leverage the STR loophole, ensure active participation in managing the property.

Absolutely no screening activity involved whatsoever other than these non-fair housing related mentions. 

Look at crime rates, school quality, vacancy rates, and rental demand in those areas.Talk to Local Real Estate Professionals: Connect with real estate agents, property managers, and other investors who are active in the specific areas you're considering.

Focus on building and maintaining active income first.

If this current realtor isn't getting it done for you, I have a broker/PM that fits that description that I can connect you with if you'd like.There are also very active investor groups on Facebook if you want to try the FSBO route.

I always check active rentals to see what the competition is currently looking like for if a rental were to go live that month too.

Whether it’s discussing investment strategies, flipping, or exploring collaboration opportunities, I’m excited to engage with you all!

There is also a lot of activity in my facebook group, and it's all about MTR.

Jackson is very active for investor loans.

There are a lot of active agents in Columbus on here.