I explained that I did not mind him having a draw as long as certain work is completed, etc. 

It's important to do your homework and think about your personal risk tolerance and long-term goals.Good luck!

Use low maintenance materials as me tinned above.Have qualified installers who don't cut corners.Buy materials with long warranties as this usually signifies higher quality products.

First, some of the tenants would take a long time verifying their accounts and it delayed the process.

My long term goal is to buy within the next month, then within six months be ready to purchase our first BRRR or flip; likely out of state because Washington is a little wild with the real estate.

That's more people than I have in my county, which covers 7,000 square miles and is five times larger than Sullivan County.I'm in a town of 10,000.

We have 15 long term rentals and 1 str and the premium is $1,903/year total for all of the properties including our primary.

Don't forget about your long-term goals when making investment decisions, taking into account things like diversification, cash flow goals, tax considerations, and potential growth of your portfolio.

Is there room for a profit in this scenario or is this more of a long term game and renting the better route to take on this specific strategy? 

It could be any side-hustle you want just as long as you like it and your able to save some extra $$$.2.