I'm in the market to purchase a short-term rental in Saint George Utah but the market there (perhaps like many places) feels very overpriced. 

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My wife and I are passionate about real estate and looking to purchase our first long-term rental property (small multi-family).

How long did it take you to get rental assistance funds from the state? 

I did a bit of research and wondering if the current interest rates, high real estate prices, and weak 12-14 week rental period make it a bad investment.

My Wife and I are looking to purchase our first rental to start building cash-flow (typical story, building generational wealth).

Generate at least 5 rental inquiries per week.3.

This will be my first rental, so I am still learning the process.

Some lenders will work with any level of investor experience, credit scores as low as 660 and can close in as little as 10 days (there are loan options for 640-660 credit scores- they require 20% down).Another good thing is interest only and 6-24 month loan terms- you can refinance by selling or refinancing to a long term DSCR rental property loan at any time once you complete the rehab. 

I am wondering if there is any particular way to find Section 8 tenants (outside of just advertising the rental on MLS or CL as accepting section 8)Thanks