I don't know if shifting to MTR could generate greater interest but it doesn't solve the marketability issue and all you are doing is punting the root issue down the road. 

Here’s how the ATI Exemption would be calculated:ATI Market Value (purchase price): $1,000,000Previous taxable value: $700,00025% reduction (ATI Exemption): $750,000New taxable value: $750,000Without the exemption, your property would likely be taxed at the full $1,000,000 value.

We are exploring some areas but would love to gain more insight into the markets before choosing one.

Are you looking into certain investment strategies to begin or certain markets? 

FICO is 780+ and currently have 4 other investment properties including 2 STRs in the same market we are trying to close on in West Virginia.

Would love to network with some people to get to know the area and the market a little better, as well as to hear about your experiences.

The cost for the unit was about 40% below market value.

If you end up moving in that direction and putting all the dominos in place, the last thing you want is to get towards the end and have the deal denied because of that.Unfortunately, most GAP funders keep regional to markets and people that they know and they keep them close to the chest.

Rents were below market at $750 and $820, while similar units rented for $1,000.

Quote from @John Paul Palace: Our plan was to invest locally, however our market here is tough.