LTRs are usually a 'safer' play, particularly if this is your first real estate investment property.

(Or keep shopping?)

I love to talk shop about rentals, hard money loans, notes, deals and sweat equity (preferably very little sweat but more effective planning.)

I would shop other lenders?

I think The Short Term Shop has a video series specifically on STR Legislation in Branson on Youtube as well.

Research crime rates and choose areas with a good reputation.Amenities: Look for areas with access to amenities such as grocery stores, coffee shops, gyms, and entertainment options.

I end up shopping around.

Are there consignment shops?  

I now have the luxury of shopping a commercial loan at my own pace. 

This will allow you to shop for properties more easily, and will also make it easier to run different scenarios for different properties that you view.The best way to prepare is to have your income for the last two years and YTD available, know how much you have available to spend, and write down any questions you want to ask.