This may be a little bit lengthy but I think people could learn from a recent purchase I made.

My understanding is, and this may differ from state to state depending on laws, but the eviction process is very lengthy and expensive. 

I am aware of the FHA 203k loan option but would like to bypass all of the red tape and lengthy process if possible.

The fourplex next door went through a lengthy foreclosure process (before ultimately being renovated by a different investor) and became a home for squatters, suspected drug use, and many other challenges.

I feel that with my lengthy history in the marketing and sales field, finding the deals and getting them to the right investor wouldn't be a problem for me.  

FHA/203k can be a lengthy escrow, and appraisals don't always work out on them. 

Hey BP nation,As you know short term rentals are incredibly popular now but are also very controversial and hard to find clarity since most research just leads to proposed laws or lengthy legal mumbo jumbo.I was hoping a Realtor in the area can clarify what the current laws are as of now in these parts of central Floridaor a site that clearly states the laws as of now.

The Short-sale process was VERY lengthy , It took 2 years to have it approved. 

@Hunter Harms I just posted a biggerpockets article about what you're looking for -- it has a very lengthy list of all the purchase, sale and holding costs you should look out for as well as the approximate costs for all of them.

Thanks for taking the time to write the lengthy response which is helpful.