Some do require a year, however there are local lenders that provide dscr products without the seasoning; you just have to check around. 

The key evaluation data points for STR investors are accurate records of rental income and occupancy and/or projections from local mangers and online tools.

Work with a lender who is local to that area. 

Thanks for starting this, and I'm also in the greater Orlando area, so maybe a local meetup at some point?!

Local police don't have resources.

@Bob Beach we've got a few local "mom & pop" sized PMC competitors that are infamous for similar behaviors.

Nice to see another local investor helping out a beginner. 

I have a secured line of credit at my local bank, and for my first deal, I think that is a good way to start - with someone you know and is local.  

Locally, FB is an excellent way to reach more potential renters, I'd start with the "NWA Rentals" group and "University of Arkansas Parents"Agree with the other comments that you need a better PM, if you don't mind the part of the work you're currently doing, you could leverage a local investor to help you show properties. 

All the freelance sites basically provide the same low quality results (they usually have sites where they farm backlinks) and can increase the "toxicity" of your site but for pennies on the dollar of what local companies charge, it's not a bad start.The best way to increase SEO over time is Blog posting though, and it's free.