It only stands to reason that more and more investors jumped into the STR pool in the most popular tourist destination in the world - vacation rentals near Disney and Universal theme parks. 

TIAErich your best bet would be to amortize it over thirty with a 5 year balloon. the issue with private lenders  vs. banks is private lenders use their money to lend and many times it may not keep up with inflation - so lending for that long does not make sense.

That's what makes OH so popular especially when you are primarily looking for cash flow

It is harder to find something right in Orlando because STR is so popular.  

Also remember the time these returns will take to amend along with the possibility of opening up audit periods/red flags with the IRS due to amendments.Doing this yourself on turbo tax likely won't be your best bet considering all of the details.

DSCR (Debt Service Coverage Ratio) loans are a popular option for investors because they come with several key benefits that set them apart from traditional loans.

If they don't have one, I bet they know somebody.Answering your questions:1.

This seems like my best bet at the moment.

Most of the regs prohibit it within the city, so I would check and see if the area you are looking allow it.Your best bet is to look at the markets on VRBO and AirBNB and see what is out there right now.

Columbus, OH is a very popular city to invest in.