What are your best tips for advertising this unit?

I recommend setting up an app shortcut for the web forums.

One of the most significant benefits to owning an STR is the benefits it brings come tax season. Luckily, while I am not a CPA (not even close), BiggerPockets partnered with Hospitable (the #1 STR Management software)...

Welcome to the site @Matthew!

Even large and small businesses with intangible residual services like TV, internet, security, pest control or the local contractor with remodels in process could fall behind on payments revenue contract. 

My best recommendation would be to find someone who is doing something similar to what you hope to do in the space and have a coaching call or two.

Quote from @Sabian Ripplinger: i want to possibly use hard money this year to grow quicker   and can you use them for new builds  who should i use and  any tips?   

Find Brandon Turner anywhere on the internet for information on it.  

have a rental (multi family 2-4 units) needing major rehab. interested in learning what work can be learned/performed easily and what needs to be hired out to a contractor. recommendations for learning resources for DIY rehab (good youtube channels, etc) would greatly appreciated!

Would you recommend for me to post this property for sale as an owner?