Best" is very subjective and the quantity of off market leads isn't necessarily the metric you should be focused on.

Real eatate is his primary focus.

Do you focus on just Jersey City or do you also do work in Hoboken, Weehawken, etc?

If you find someone that seems to know a lot of people needing your services, wouldn’t it make sense to focus more resources on them?

@Chris KayCosmetic Updates - If you focus on flooring, paint, fixtures, and a basic kitchen and bath refresh, $50k is doable, especially in markets like Michigan.Full Kitchen and Bathroom Rehabs: Depending on finishes, these can eat up to $20k-$30k alone.

I would focus on saving enough money that if I had a deal go bad, then that money I saved was there to cover it. 

Of course, my focus is veterans so I may be biased. 

We focus on layouts that feel spacious but still define distinct areas for living, dining, and entertaining.Flow is Everything: A home’s design should feel seamless.

I would spend $X today to have access to $40K/month.To answer your question, my real estate strategy is buy & hold with a focus on value add strategies with impact investing.

A tidy, well-organized space can help the appraiser focus on the home's features rather than distractions.Research Comparable Properties: Have a list of comparable properties (comps) that have sold recently in your area.