The ARV % serves as a secondary calculation (i.e. constraint) on the maximum loan amount for a rehab project.

The company is strategically closing underperforming locations while scouting new sites, aiming for a balanced approach to growth.Finally, Jack in the Box is expanding into new markets, including Georgia, with plans for up to 45 new franchise commitments in the Southeast.

Most of the good skip trace sites want you to have a "permissible purpose" for you to access their databases. 

Recommend Googling for recent projects, then looking them up at the city's online site to find out who the architects are.

I need advice on how to market a house site unseen.

Look into local neighborhoods, be aware of market trends, and choose a site that complements your idea.And finally, accept the learning curve.

I’m flabbergasted that any one would invest without networking on sites like this or doing research, hence why I’m doing it

What short term rental platforms/sites have worked well for you that I should consider posting the property on?

My gut says you would be best served ordering another appraisal and staying far away from that appraiser.

I would agree with this - its probably too soon / not economical to do a cash-out refinance at this point - options for freeing up equity would probably be best served via HELOC or something to that effect