Quote from @Mike Grudzien: Two thoughts:1) stay in your STR for a day or two and you'll discover things it needs or that would be nice to add2) use several touch-points to communicate with Travelers/Guests.

You want this to be your backup plan if things take longer than anticipated, you do not want to dip into personal credit cards so i would use a heloc to help with down payment but try to keep a nice available balance on a heloc as your insurance policy. 

Also, from what I read in Bloomberg, midterm rentals near major hospitals can sometime command a decent premium.. especially if they include some nice furnishings.Little Tweaks Count: Even minor upgrades, like new door locks or a fresh coat of paint, can help you justify a stronger rent.Driving for Dollars & Networking..

I just like to list places and keep them posted so I get a chance to talk to nice new people, like you.

I'm under contract for a nice double and was hoping to use part of the money for my portion of the down payment.

Here is a nice article from Biggerpockets for MTR 101 https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/how-to-invest-in-medium-t...

A nice portfolio is 10-40 properties, and yes you should drive by your own assets to check for broken windows.

Population growth, job diversity, and low DOM (days on market) are significant indicators.

FHA is unlikely to play nice in this situation.Bank statement loans might be an option for you.

I'm almost at my limit- it's so nice when they say how much time and money I saved with their ticker on the top of the page but in dealing with the increasing hassle that amount is skewed.