The reason I am asking is, should I list now, there may not be enough foot fall to view the property, not many people move during cold season?

YouTube is a great platform for marketing, and starting out can feel overwhelming, but it’s manageable with the right approach.

Looking to connect with like-minded individuals on this platform, or those who have gone before me and can share their Dos and Don'ts from their own experience.

I only mention this because I noticed your mention of Furnished Finder, which is the only platform I list my MTR, and FF caters to 30+ day stays. 

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while still trying to keep up with the competition Do you rely more on direct-to-seller marketing, networking with agents, leveraging platforms like PropStream and Batch Leads, or just by looking at a lot of deals?

Most serious and qualified tenants are searching on the major 3rd party platforms you mentioned + realtor.com, redfin, and a few others.Apartments.com & homes.com are owned by the same company and may offer some additional marketing options.Another strategy to consider here is social media - video marketing.

Tap ‘View Page’ to connect.. whether you’re just starting or scaling up, I’ll make sure you’re talking to the absolute best investor-friendly agent in any market.

That's a relationship you should hold close as they could really help with future challenging acquisitions that are viewed less favorably by banks.

Also leveraging platforms like PropStream and Batch Leads are excellent strategies for building a solid buyer list.