I know a broker who spends like 20k - 30k per year in buying leads, paying for blast emails, buying lists of names of investors, etc.I like to meet people on the personal level first, I feel like people are way more responsive if at first I help them by answering questions, or offering advice, provide them with incite, etc.Most people do not know what they are getting into in those first deals, which is why we hear so many nightmare stories. 

Others rely on networking... hooking up with probate or divorce attorneys who sometimes have leads on properties that aren’t widely marketed.If you decide to hire a property manager in the Jasper area, maybe chat with a few owners who’ve used them.

I would try to verify the negative information and if in fact true, then it would be a pass for me.

Most that have negative feedback about the product are not educated about it.

These are what-ifs and usually lead to anxiety for a lot of people.

I’ve been working probate leads here in San Diego for some time and your words are right on point…lot of time for sometimes little to no return. 

Focusing solely on numbers often leads to the purchase of low-quality properties.

Also, it lends itself to unconscious bias because we are more likely to view negatively people who are different than us.

i agree that a new purchase at 75% equity will typically not have significant cash flow and may even be negative when properly allocating for all expenses.Investing to max equity without reserves is risky and you indicate would result in stress.  

Do you get a lot of leads on Furnished Finder?