We can't buy with a traditional loan for another 7 months because my boyfriend's job switched from 1099 to W2 the year before last.

A lot of traditional analytical templates, p&l sheets I found online don't really factor in some of the unique nuances of short term rentals like this.  

This has the potential of being a 12 month rental, but not in a traditional vacation rent way. i have been told that a lot of the local and seasonal vacation employees  need places in the off season.  

If you are looking to buy a rental, you'd want a more traditional type mortgage.

Sevierville cabins are more traditionally "out of the way" and quieter (at present).

But if it is a traditional IRA, both gains and contributions will be taxable and early withdrawal penalty will apply when you take it out before you reach 59 1/2 years old.

Southern IL has a lot of markets where more traditional housing competes with the affordable model, which is not ideal.Next, anyone looking to help you out here will need a tad more information to assist you in an evaluation.  

The property is an older home, built in 1880, which needs some finishing -- so it might not meet all the requirements for a traditional mortgage loan.

It's all Chinese converted to Spanish converted to Latin converted back to Chinese ....to me ..

I am aware of some of the general financial indicators analysts use when making a decision about a deal, but, are there any others investors like or would like to see on a CMA that aren't traditionally thought of?