Speaking of BP as a dating site, I have had a couple of Bay Area guys in my DMs ask to meet up for coffee/lunch to talk real estate.

If I'm following this correctly, the 1st issue I see is that you have an "active" business (consulting) versus a "passive" business (the rental property, assuming you don't do hands on management, etc.)...this would be a separating line for many people I've talked to about this. 

Wait til we start talking about management software and call centers!

Because I read an AirDNA report that listed it as a top location in Illinois for AirBnB rentals but I'll feel more comfortable with getting more specific insights from STR landlords operating in the area.

did you talk to your insurance company?

But sub to and creative is a very hard place to start because there isn't a distinct metric in list building that can be sure these people are open to seller finance.

I was talking to someone looking into this.

If they passed new laws and in NY especially talk to an attorney.  

Talk w an attorney...but probably.

The LO (loan officer) needs to be in constant and cohesive contact with the borrower(s), listing and buyer brokers, processor(s), underwriter, title agent and generally in the driver's seat once the contract or refinance is executed.