In terms of other candidates, I have enough unqualified ones, so there is that. 

Of course, all markets are different, so that certainly doesn't apply everywhere.  

So it is important to match the "owner/taxpayer". 

The only issue really is that this is not considered an "arms length transaction" so if you were going to a bank they may more hoops to jump through or lend less than they would in an arms length transactions or even pass on it.

Yes, 100% you are allowed 90 days for occupancy and the lender can also grant additional days based on legal issues so long as they know and are made aware. 

Airbnb is also very region specific, so picking a place with low vacancy (high demand) is very important.

There is a lot to investing and even more so when buying using creative finance.

Can you please message me some info so we can set up a call?

Scott Scheel has a good course about commercial real estate, but he concentrates more on apartment investing in his course while he is actively buying retail buildings and not apartments.The loan default rate on apartments is 58%, so before you buy an apartment building think why is it so high.Another avenue to consider is mini storages if you want to own real estate, the default rate is only 16%.

If so, what was your experience during startup and growth of the business?