If you buy a condo in one of these locations and rent it out short-term, does the condo complex usually handle rentals, or do you need to find a manager?

With careful research and a solid plan in place, it's possible to succeed as an Airbnb investor in Crystal River or any other location.

Other things that impact the cap rate can be premium location, newer age for the property vs old building, quality of tenants, etc. 

I am having trouble finding a reliable, efficient, easy to get a hold of, and good handyman work.Usually, people located in Virginia Beach do not want to make the trek out to downtown Suffolk.

If you go to the "Meetup" app put in multifamily and location it will pull up meetups for your area of preference. 

Ispoke to a couple of folks in two of their US locations, the usual sleuthing before giving someone your hard earned money.The good news is that named/accredited (CPA's)/qualified individuals (who can be researched online) answered my calls and provided helpful responses to my inquiries.

Location Location Location is everything everything everything Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

How do you file a judgement against a tenant for damages beyond the security deposit?

Well, it all depends on the NOI, It's current vacancy, It's cap rate, It's location, and are you going to be managing it yourself?

Often times those who enter the alt lending space wind up with novices as their customer base with poorly located collateral and limited experience.