I do advertise on CL  but don't get a lot of responses from SF.  

I always thought that there were several things going on there; the contractors were not charging normal rates because they're getting free advertising, are they really concerned about making the right flips on that show, or just doing a flip because they get compensation from the show?

If I were to rent out a house that was intended to be owner-occupied, I would be concerned with online advertising the property.

I am trying to optimise my marketing and just wanted to find out how can I place effective marketing on craigslist or back pages.I would like to see some examples of craigslist posts that wholesalers are using to find...

I will be moving out officially around the end of August and then renting it out.When should I start advertising it for rental prospects if occupancy isn't until beginning of September?

if the stuff is in good condition, advertise a "free" rummage on Craiglist. 

I'm planning on buying a list and starting by a direct mail campaign and in the meantime I'm studying to get my RE sales associate license. 

Sounded more like an advertisement for your experience/service than anything. 

If one of the tenants ends up being good and they want to refer you a friend or family member for the adjacent unit then I might consider the referral before advertising the other unit again.

and will be starting my first marketing campaign this week.