This is just based on the photos (haven't gone in the property-not an expert on cost associated with any of these updates).

You pay a yearly fee and, depending on the package, you get so many photos, they'll take photos, video, and guarantee a booking in your first 30 days. 

I ask for as many photos as possible. 

If it's unavailable, tell your PM to wait until it is unlocked.

Are their listings detailed with good quality photos?

Are their listings detailed with good quality photos?

Here another photo of the parking area.

Are their listings detailed with good quality photos?

for Tax reasons, you should have started marketing it for rent when you bought the property. but start marketing it NOW show photos and videos about the great work thats being done and show the draft of the finished product. start generating interest now and prove to the IRS that your intention for this property was always to hold long term so you can properly write off and expunge certain tax obligations.

Also, if you do claim the security deposit make sure you have evidence (ie. photos from your move-in inspection and photos of the damage that you are claiming).