Another option is to contact agencies that provide temporary housing for insurance claims and register your property.In DFW area, I have noticed the pool of renters start decreasing rapidly at 1500 pm. 

This is our plan because we want to put less than 20% down and the area we are planning to move to long term is an area we are not as familiar with so purchasing this home first would allow us an opportunity to learn exactly where want to live in the area since the next home we purchase will not be a temporary living situation but it would become our family home where we live for years to come.

The markets I am looking in are Destin, Naples, And the gulf shores.

If you want to invest in beach property but Florida is too expensive maybe the Gulf Shores of Alabama would be a better fit monetarily and you’d find you could be just as comfortable there.

My wife and I had a rental property condo unit in a NJ shore town that was able to cover its expenses and then some, even though it was just a seasonal rental.

I would like to complete this as efficient and effective as possible so please critique all the flaws in my plan.Find responsive realtor to assist with possible counter offer (I’ve learned I don’t enjoy the lack of formality with a dual agent.)If offer is accepted, create LLCContact firm to structure lease agreement which goes into effect, if and when I become the owner.Agree on terms and sign document with business owner (Aiming for 3-5 year lease or term equal to investor loan.)Armed with agreement, finish discussing financing process with local bank.Investor pitchLocate temporary storage for business if needed.Complete loan processClosing, etc.Other Details:Offer on property 150kAprx lease amount: 3kInitial offer made 32hrs ago through seller agent Cons:Not in the town in which I live.In slight distress.Finding a responsive realtor around here is like pulling teeth!

I am currently under contract for my first short term rental property in the Pigeon Forge, TN area and at the last minute the bank is wanting me to have a co-signer with a better credit score. A business partner is wi...

Hey Connor, I recommend you go to the North shore REIA as you will meet lots of good people their.

In any situation, I would only be buying a property with a 2-1 Temporary Rate Buy-Down using seller concessions.   

One area is Palm Beach Shores.