The best strategy I seem to have deployed so far was to contact all my current tenants and let them know I’d give them a cash referral fee of $250 for anyone they recommend to me that goes through the vetting process and successfully moves in.

Usually I don't like to buy or recommend to my clients to buy where there is a lot of new constructions going on that don't have a cap on how many properties they sell to investors.

For cash flow, I'd recommend checking out the Triad (Greensboro, Winston-Salem, High Point) or Fayetteville in NC and Sumter and Florence in SC. 

To start your journey, I recommend focusing on building your network by joining meetups and engaging in online forums, while narrowing down your first investment based on your budget, market, and goals.

Why are these type “mentor testimonials” always populated by people who only join BP to recommend the mentor?

Any advice or recommendations would be greatly appreciated.

I wouldn't recommend an ADU and take that money and invest it where you can pull capital out faster. you can do much better.

Any recommendations for starting strong would be appreciated. 

I'd recommend against this. 

If you’ve worked with trustworthy contractors or subcontractors in the Jackson County/MO area (especially those familiar with investment properties), I’d love your recommendations.