It sounds like you're embarking on an exciting journey in real estate investing.Investing in the Pocono area for short-term rentals (STRs) can be a lucrative venture due to its popularity as a vacation destination.Take the time to thoroughly research the Pocono area's vacation rental market.

Approximately 300K value based on current market conditions.My interests were acquired in 3 steps:(1) Initial quit claim of 1/3rd interest (single owner to 3 joint tenants with rights of survivorship on title).

Does anybody know any courses/programs that they recommend for learning how to find off-market properties?

I'm slightly below market rent. 

In our market we have an average number of sunny days.

A source of good quality notes and a market to sell them to.

I'm looking for long-term investment opportunities in growing market and am excited to build my portfolio.Outside of real estate, I enjoy surfing, live music, and traveling.Excited to learn and connect with you all!

I work with many investors here in the Cleveland market who regularly use bridge loans upfront, then cash out on a DSCR loan. 

Otherwise investigate the market you want to live and buy there before you move. 

Off Market through connections How did you finance this deal?