I can see the misunderstanding here, but I still don't think the strategy will bear fruit over time.

Awesome strategy!  

Note this can be pro or a con depending on your strategy.

I live in Asheville as well, and am happy to help you kick around strategies.

I have changed my rental strategy to short-term rentals and co-living (rent by room) to allow for more cash flow. 

Look into the BRRRR (Buy Rehab Rent Refinance Repeat) strategy.

Is it the BEST strategy? 

Property was sitting on market and needed light updates (roof, flooring, paint) but was in a great area that allows STRs giving me multiple options when deciding on rental strategy How did you find this deal and how did you negotiate it?

Or are there other strategies to get the properties in front of investors?

That is the best case scenario, of course sometimes you get lied to and stalled, that's why it is important to always emply a double strategy and stay a step ahead.