Instead, target sellers who have an actual problem, sincerely engage them to learn the specifics, and then solve their problem (and ideally get paid)!

While I've been able to get out of my W2 after acquiring 30 properties, I've learned that you still need to generate some sort of active income unless most of your doors are completely debt free.

Looking forward to being an active part of this community and learning from all of you!

Not to hijack the thread, but I'm also curious... to those that have had success in this area, are you the ones actively answering the calls / emails from these mailers, or do you have a team in place to respond to the leads?

You may be able to buy a second property now, but are you ready since you are active duty?

For context, I’m active in Columbus, Ohio, but I also spend a lot of time in Miami, FL.

It is also my understanding that this would result in large tax returns (from depreciation offsetting my other active income) that I could use to continue to expand my portfolio. 

Does anyone have a recommendation for a service for property managers that integrates the use of motion activated cameras to monitor self showings or vacant properties?

This process is extensive, requiring community engagement and approval from the City Planning Commission and City Council.Given the predominance of multifamily residential properties in your area, there may be a precedent for such developments.

Are you still actively investing in the area?