Dynamic pricing tools adjust rates based on demand.

Whereas with VRBO I've had several tech issues that were unfixable, such as photos that never load no matter how much I manipulate them, and a catch 22 with the dynamic pricing that never worked that locked me out of my calendar. 

I've been doing this for a long time and have never seen such a huge change of market so it has me wondering what is going on dynamically.

But as you introduce more units, that dynamic starts to change.

This can lead to better tenant relationships, local incentives, and an understanding of nuanced market dynamics that outsiders might miss.Conclusion:While secondary and tertiary markets might not have the same 'glitz and glam' appeal as primary ones, their potential for stable cash flows, significant appreciation, and strategic advantages can't be ignored.

However, I do worry about the dynamics of having several unrelated individuals under one roof, managing different lifestyles, potential conflicts, and turnover can be challenging.

Typically with owner financing they will want 20% down to protect themselves and make sure you have skin in the game.You could propose it but just wanted to let you know that this is not a very strong offer. 

Agree 100% especially if they don't have capital and a capital sponsor wants 75% or more - something better than nothing especially when you don't have skin in the game 

However, it's clear that buyers are facing challenges, and it's hard to predict when they will regain control.As for the dip in rent prices, your theory on timing makes sense, especially with Valdosta's seasonal dynamics driven by college students and military families.

I highly recommend investing in a property management software, such as Hospitable, for syncing your calendar, automating messaging, and scheduling cleans, as well as a dynamic pricing tool, such as PriceLabs, for optimizing your pricing based on market demand, local events, and seasonality.