There are some lenders that will do a DSCR loan with an option to purchase as long as they can't exercise the option for longer than one year.

That’ll give you flexibility to automate and integrate workflows as your needs evolve.A direct booking site is a nice-to-have down the line if you want to save on platform fees and build a brand, but starting with platforms like Furnished Finder or VRBO is a solid way to keep things simple while you’re getting started.Good luck—sounds like you’re on the right track!

Increasingly I have been given fake past landlords that can’t answer that simple question.It sounds daunting, but it’s really not that big of a deal once you wrap your head around it.

It's simple to install over a flat floor.  

He's a major hard money lender in town and has a fairly simple process to get quick funding.

Real estate investing clubs - If you do a simple google search you should come up with a few options for local REI clubs depending on your area.2.

Create a simple spreadsheet or written list to compare the features of each and identify the ones that align with your requirements.

Again simple google search will expose this. 

It's easiest in terms of needing less capital upfront to get the business going, but it's certainly not a simple business.

You can use financing too but if you want to keep it simple paying cash is fine.