STR's are uncertain due to the term length, one month you can make all the money in the world, and the next you could be paying for those bills out of pocket, so it would have to be strategically operated, but at the same time they can be a fantastic source of income!

This way you handpick the photographers with great portfolios and save time and money as not every good photographer will answer to your add.If you still want to have some ppl coming to you, I would suggest to do the FB marketplace post of a job and run the ads for it on FB and instagram, but you need a good visual which you can create in canva.com. 

Here’s the REALITYWhile I compliment you on your ambition and drive, lenders want the borrower to have their own cash in the deal, not borrowed money for down payment.  

I would just be nice and let them know you are still very interested in the home since you have invested money and time.

Which leads to the funding...I've used hard money for flips but this is too rural for their underwriting guidelines.

It takes money to invest, so spend this time working hard and saving like a mad man while living off your parents for free.Educate.

You're smart to focus on properties that appreciate because that is where the real money is in real estate IME. 

Hey Brian,Here are some key considerations if you're looking to re-sell the property under the same "subject to" arrangement:Due-on-Sale Clause: Most mortgages have a due-on-sale clause, which means that the lender can demand full repayment of the loan if the property is sold or transferred to a new owner.

He has no money.

Can anyone offer some advice on private money lending?