Of course I can switch carriers, but the question to you all, is are you noticing insurance carriers getting very picky with certain things, and if so, what?

The only reason conventional will not allow it at all is if you do not have a current housing expense. 

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What made you interested in investing in this type of deal?

You can point them towards resources, but I recommend you stick to your policies (if you have any) regarding late fees and eviction.

The reason is the rent-to-price ratio is good so you can cash flow, and most of the West side doesn’t have a Point of sale inspection which is really annoying.

You can find plenty of markets where nobody builds and you won't get competition but you won't get bookings either because there's no demand.It has been proven that, with short term rentals, it's the really professional hosts that make the bulk of the money (think the 80 - 20) rule.