Anytime you have literally 100k lots of record that can be built on and price points so low your going to get a run on the market which if there is a coordinated sales effort it can outstrip the ability to execute..

Rent and refi won't really work, rents are kind of low in that neighborhood.Best would be if I had a crystal ball to make decisions, but as mine isn't working, I'll take your advise on how to decide these things.TIA!

If weekday demand is low across the board, you need to stand out.Promotions & Strike-Through PricingAirbnb loves deals.

Little background behind the door: It's a MDF cheap one you buy at HD or Lowes. 

Sometimes people will list it low knowing that there are repairs. 

It’s a low-risk entry into real estate with built-in cash flow potential.

That ship of low rates that sailed could come back?

Target Low Vacancy RatesChicago neighborhoods like Lakeview and West Town boast low vacancy rates, meaning fewer empty months.

All in all I'm a bit lost in all of this and hoping to at least break even with my current property while keeping the mortgage low on my next property.

So, go with a good solution on the deadbolt.Screw a lockbox in a wall near the door for an emergency physical key.Find a locksmith that can rekey the doors between tenants - put ALL locks on the same key.Most electronic locks warn you when the battery is getting low.