Here are the key considerations:Pros:Potential for Profit - Through the value add component you can increase profitability on your return, typically you're buying distressed homes with built in equity, rehabbing and increasing your equitable position furthermore. 

These buyers benefitted from lower monthly payments and avoided the intense competition seen in subsequent years.As inflation picked up, partly due to increased government spending and monetary policies, interest rates began to rise sharply, reaching around 7.5% to 8% today.

They can just go to Airdna and check how much money the average short-term rental in Punta Cana makes and they'll have an objective answer.Finally, I'm getting bombarded by messages from Dominican developers building short-term rentals in Punta Cana so, when looking at the statistics, bear in mind that the supply and therefore competition is going to increase significantly.

The new finishes will receive wear and tear from a tenant you already have and won't appear as nice as they  would if brand new to maximize rent increase at turnover.

My business partner and I have been coming across off-market deals and have a flip opportunity in Gresham and a lot in SE Portland for a new build.

Any experiences or advice on this would be greatly appreciated.Small Business Loans: Has anyone successfully gotten a small business loan to fund a down payment?

I could be off here, but my understanding is that if you are already in the business, you have a precedent set and can depreciate furnishings as you scale your portfolio. 

I know everyone’s insurance has been increasing.

I assume these areas have strict zoning, permitting, and design codes, along with requiring state licensed contractors to perform electrical, plumbing, and HVAC which would increase costs.