I personally like long term rentals, but it sounds like the numbers don't make sense and if you cant afford to or can't justify covering that much negative cash flow then another strategy is renting by the room, that works well if you have or can convert to at least 4 or 5 bedrooms. 

I believe they passed a law a few years ago in OK you had to be an agent to wholesale but from what I can see that law is pretty well ignored. 

This is particularly beneficial in popular tourist areas where demand for short-term lodging is high.Flexibility: Owners can choose when to rent their property, allowing them to use it personally during off-peak times.Support for Local Tourism: STRs provide a unique lodging option for tourists, helping to boost the local economy by attracting visitors who may prefer a home-like stay over traditional hotels.Diversification for Investors: STRs provide real estate investors with an additional income stream, especially if they own properties in tourist-heavy areas.Cons:Strict Regulations and Higher Fees: San Antonio recently updated its STR regulations.

I feel like it’ll help clients feel more in control of the process, especially when they have busy schedules.Right now, I’m actively looking for ways to connect with new buyers and sellers without going overboard on spending.

It's highly unlikely that you'll find something like this, and if you do, the max loan is likely to be no more than the value of the land minus any demo costs.

Simple things like this are why you hire a realtor.

I would chalk situations like this up to the cost of doing business when the security doesn't cover the damage unless it's exorbitant.

only you can determine what the right investment is for you, but with rent at $1700, you'd likely be cash flow negative each month.

I tried reasoning with that individual as well but similar to you, seems adamant this strategy works.

You have no guarantee that the company's value will increase or decrease but you have every reason to believe that over time it will do well.