I picked up the BRRRR method book and feeling confident in setting it all up (we did a similar process for our Airbnbs).  

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I'd send out 500 at a time, using a different mailer/method weekly.

I've been self-employed for only 6 months, and loans are proving difficult to come by despite my great credit (not to brag, I'm moreso frustrated and seeking help).

The worst PM imitation I ever had the misfortune of employing

What are the best sources or methods you use to accurately set rental rates in your area?

@Treza Edwards "I am reading the Rental Property Investing book and implementing the method that focuses on cash flow and that strategy states you need to have $300 cash flow per month, per property.

This is why this method is so powerful.  

Im self employed, roughly make $130k gross anually, 1099 NEC , no debt at all, 740 credit score. 

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