I’d encourage you to think outside the box when sourcing off-market properties rather than simply replicating someone else’s strategy—what works for them may not necessarily work for you.Additionally, connecting with real buyers who can close on deals is crucial.

I found it better to source a renter myself.

If you put in the effort to source the right opportunity, you’ll find a way to fund it—even with minimal personal cash investment.It sounds like you already have the skills and experience; now it’s just about structuring the right deal.

Most of the deals I do are off-market and they are sourced from cold calling.

You have the advantage of knowing people in the space and being a trusted source for housing for people coming in. 

This is why blending different sources of equity within a project that has multiple phases of development can be a more challenging capital raise.Separately, from a GP standpoint, if you can take down the entitlements without LP capital, you stand to negotiate better terms.

Is one better over the other or do you just get the data from the source directly (gov pages)?

As for the rest of it, you can find a lot of useful tips on past forum posts along with podcasts and youtube material on the topic (BP and other RE sources).We've self managed STRs for a few years.

You should also be sourcing deals through Facebook Marketplace, wholesale lists, and networking with other investors.

Originally posted by @Mike Dymski:You don't need one if you are sourcing, qualifying, and closing the leads.