Five designs are under consideration, including two that would be built on the Gulf Coast in Mobile.Austal's candidate is closely based on the aluminum trimaran Littoral Combat Ship it builds on the Mobile waterfront.

Definitely take it into consideration in your DSCR calculation.

Were you successful in setting up this structure and keeping the loan without triggering a due on sale clause?

Market Considerations: Given the 12-14 month holding period, how much does your target IRR change in a fluctuating market (either rising or declining)?

You can transfer the rental to an LLC after the purchase, though this may trigger the due-on-sale clause, so check with your lender.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

In theory, more platforms = more exposure = more bookingsHowever, you have to take into consideration the market share of each of those platforms.

Other options like Vacasa or Casago might offer more complete services if you’re willing to pay a higher percentage (18%+), which includes maintenance, check-ins, and restocking​Considerations for a Guest Services Manager:The alternative of hiring a local guest services manager at a fixed rate could work, especially if you only need them to handle physical tasks (e.g., greeting guests or handling emergencies).

However, upon further consideration i'm not clear which is a better investment. 

I have been to the legislature and city council meetings to testify against the so-called ‘tenant protections’ that are damaging rental opportunities for marginal tenants.There is no “right answer” for you, but here are a few considerations.1.

Terms on these property types have fallen considerably in the pst 1-2 months where earlier in the summer interest rates would have been above 7%-8%.