If not that route then we look at hard money, maybe taking your rent roll and use factoring lender.

I provide short term rental furnishing and renovation finish list that includes paint colors, light fixtures, cabinets etc.

There was positive population growth, medium home price growth, low unemployment, good rent to home ratios, and low crime, all of which are factors when I start looking into an area to invest in.  

I'm not sure what yields Priti is talking about, but I know that after you factor that tax in, it goes way down. 

Location and amenities are the two most important factors that bring potential renters to an STR. 

Other factors as well of course: DTI, the LTV, primary residence vs investment property, etc.

Cash Payment: Decide whether you'll finance the purchase or pay in full.Future Resale Value: Factor in potential appreciation of the property.2.

Your screening should include screening the pets.

So, there is even more risk.The things that you can do, include being properly capitalized, not be greedy, (in whichever way that may be defined in the county you are buying), know solicitation laws, know Dodd-Frank, the Consumer Protection Act, the S.A.F.E.

Maybe $100 but thats not including saving any money towards unexpected expenses...