If you go to Google and type in a typical search for Smoky Mountains Cabins, Gatlinburg cabins, etc., VRBO is always ranked higher - typically in the top 2 or 3 - than AirBnb. 

As they say, your network will be your net-worth.7.

It’s not been easy, but it’s definitely worth it.

If 30k helps you get going, then I’m sure it’s worth it.

DSCR loans are typically stabilized properties so doing anything other than collecting rent is not attractive to lenders for DSCR loans.

You mentioned that you'd recommend a multi-unit property; is a multi-family property typically preferable to a single-family home for house hacking?

It is free advice, take it for what it is worth.

You can find private/hard money, but they typically don't take second lien positions.

Really wish realtor fees were flat rate for leasing or at least 2 weeks rent vs 4....I have a nicer unit but it's by no means "luxury" and it will rent in two seconds with no real marketing needed...definitely not 4k worth of work for a realtor imo...

If its from the PM, 10-15% typically but very location dependent too.