All the hotel brands are coming to market with new franchises that have full kitchens, large rooms, pools, laundry, gym, outdoor courtyards and kitchens, are located directly in the dining, entertainment, and shopping districts and adjacant to transportation corridors and have on site staff. 

So the best strategy is to optimize your website first, set up or update your Google My Business profile, then do the same for all your social platforms with a unified brand voice. 

A couple years ago the rate was at least double digits. 

I've purchased a couple rentals the past year. 

I have since negotiated the down payment down to 15% at the same low interest rate so barring any major storm damage in the next couple of years I should have a good equity position once the light rehab is complete and won’t have an issue refinancing out.

The sales agreement we signed a couple of months ago did include a map of easements, but it did not show anything in the back yard.

Our neighbors told us that there are at least 3 adults ( one young couple, one old man) and 2 very young kids living in our property.

Depending on where you are purchasing - look for major brand outlet stores.   

Quote from @Ayyoub Reza: Depends on the market, but I usually don't want a rental sitting for more than a couple weeks.Remember: lower your price, but never lower your standards!

We actually have a couple projects we are working on in SC right now for some retail medical operators.