Shortly after the crash my tenants learned that condo developers were renting out luxury apartments in the area for around the same rents I was charging so I was forced to lower rents. 1200/apt 2 1050/apt3. 

Well, free of charge.

What are they charging per night? 

We just fixed up the house and have it on zillow with several applications in 24 hours. 

In some areas, I find that the information is exaggerated (applicant lied) to make their application look betterHere's how I use them:  A lot of times, the applicant will self report information that disqualifies them. 

If there is one thing I have learned, is nobody is going to charge you a fee to learn to get rich lol.

Our current manager is in Huntsville and it is becoming clear that we need someone more local to Cullman who can be on top of showing our listings and taking charge of maintenance and repairs as needs arise. 

I like Seth Godin's (altMBA) approach where there are application, experience, and qualification requirements. 

Of course there is upside to this as I can charge more rent but the property being vacant for two months also is it going to cost me around $1200 in mortgage payments as well.Another unit of mine unexpectedly went vacant beginning of the New Year.

Is your DSCR ratio greater than 1-meaning are you cash flowing (according to the lender's criteria of mortgage, property taxes and insurance (and HOA) if applicable).