I have not heard of them, but I would make sure, especially since they seem to be a new player in the space, to ask them the questions that are outlined on the "Best Questions to ask your DSCR lender for STRs" post on this forum: https://www.biggerpockets.com/...

Don't know Pittsburgh, but do know that many investors make the mistake of not properly aligning the following per property Class:1) Expectations - too many use Class A expectations for Class B, C, D, etc. properties, then wonder why they're not hitting their ROIs.2) Hiring Class A PMCs, contractors, etc. for Class B, C, D, etc. properties. 

In my area it's a mix of boutique local commercial shops and the big national players. 

Operating in a rural market with no institutional players is different.

Multi family under 300k is very tough to find, and if you do its likely in a C-/D neighborhood.

It's gotten to a point where C/D located properties in the Midwest are now referred to in these forums as "Midwest Cash Flow Properties",  as if a new asset class has been created. 

We’re not trying to outspend institutional players—we’re solving a different problem.Small-bay flex isn’t loud.

VRBO is absolutely worth it and in many areas the main player.

Many PMS platforms also support direct booking websites, which can help you avoid platform fees and build repeat clientele.As for where to list your property, Airbnb and VRBO are the biggest players, but you shouldn’t stop there if you want to maximize exposure.

Construction matrial and labor costs continue to rise as does insurance, permiting requirements and code amendments continue to add time and costs to permitting and construction,   tenants continue to become more educated (translates to understands how to manipulate and take advantage of landlord/tenant laws and these tenants are most often the tenants in C/D rentals), tenant advocacy groups have never been more abundant.