These rural areas don't attract a lot of new investment from the bigger guys so not a ton of competition. 

Now I'm considering selling it while it's still under mortgage and hoping to get top dollar for it.What strategies would you recommend to attract serious buyers and maximize my selling price in this market?

These cost-effective renovations made the home more attractive to buyers and increased its market value.

It’s always good to have an extra bedroom if possible, as it can attract more tenants or allow for house-hacking opportunities.

@Ryan Fox some great info here, but while you are correct that a service member assuming a VA loan restores eligibility to the initial veteran, making the deal more attractive, it is not strictly true that a veteran can only have one VA loan.

Many lenders require buyers to occupy the home within 60 days, so confirming the lease timeline will be important to attract the best buyer and the strongest offer.

My goal is to attract standard medical office tenants who do not require specialized equipment—such as Primary Care Physicians, Urgent Care Clinics, Chiropractors, Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Centers etc

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Both 1M limit with foremost being more attractive currently.

high-quality, well-lit photos tend to attract more attention from potential renters.