While it is true that the time of year can influence market activity, as others have mentioned, there is usually a trade-off depending on the season.

The tenant pays a monthly premium and keeps an active bank account and credit card on file.

Even though majority of what I buy is non-performing, I just do not want to deal with it. 

Yes I do understand a majority of people don't think its a good strategy mainly because of the turnover, the risk, the lack of equity. 

The vast majority of lawsuits against Landlords are for wrongful eviction, security deposit disputes, and Fair Housing Violations.

All major flippers in town have heavily compressed ARV to accommodate for the potential of the downward slide to continue.

Focus on building and maintaining active income first.

We recently purchased our "forever" home together in another county and applied for a homestead but of course we were denied because they found out we had 3 active ones in another county.

It wasn’t how I wanted to kick things off, but I worked with a contractor to get the bathroom fixed and functional.Once that was behind me, I focused on improving the building and maximizing income:I installed a shared washer and dryer for the tenants, a major upgrade that added convenience and increased the property’s value.I rented out the two garage parking spaces, bringing in consistent revenue.I also raised rents for the second- and third-floor tenants I inherited to be just below market-rate.

@Victor Tofilski Zillow only shows 3 active rental in Pickney right now, so not a lot of competition.Given that, wouldn't worry about your pics and such - but, the advice given by others you should implement going forward.As others have also said, Nov-Feb is worse 4 months of the year to have a vacancy.- LESSON: don't allow leases to end during these months!