I know it is a very competitive market as well, but if you want to build something sustainable you will need:1) Sources to send you options. 

You can obtain lists of homeowners from various sources (like public records or lead generation services) and then make calls to inquire if they’re considering selling their property.

@Yuval ManorWe have partners who are foreign investors.

If a seller has more than one source of air conditioning, then it is highly likely that one of these systems does not work properly.Pro tip: Unless you are able to verify repairs needed, do not simply trust/believe what a seller tells you about a non-functional appliance.

With certain banks, they can count your 12 months of rent, as long as they can source it.

What was your preferred method for sourcing/ screening tenants?

I’m not sure which one is the most realistic.BP Rental Property Calculator Rental Calculator: https://www.calculator.net/rental-property-calculator.htmlWealth Optimizer: https://www.rpmengage.com/wealth-optimizer Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/rental-manager/resources/rental-prope...In addition to the ones listed above, I’ve also downloaded Excel spreadsheets from a couple of other sources.

Due to rates and overall market conditions, it isn't easy to source a deal that cash flows unless you implement a creative strategy or put more than 20% down.

this property is zoned for office / medical facility, multi use but has a residential house on it.would love advice from the community on how to1. analyze potential2. source funding3. evaluate market value of property for purchase4. building the development team

I realize the LLC is for liability protection but my goal is to retire early and I want to phase into REI being my primary source of income.