I will try your approach.I know everybody has their own technique and not many would like to share, but it worth to ask.

I just thought I'd share this new technique which can be added as "clever way #8" in Brandon's article!

I started to apply the techniques others have used to get going like sending out flyers.

It might be worth looking into mitigation techniques.

The coursework taught me obscure laws and weird measuring techniques that will almost never come up in real life.

I would like to provide insight on how to effectively birddog when getting started and facing similiar challenges.Here's an example of some of the topics:What is birddoggingWhy choose birddoggingHow can birddogging help me get started as an investorWhat do you need to start birddogging (Contracts, Closings, Negotiations)What are the steps you need to take in order to get started and be successfulMarketing TechniquesNetworking Techniques (How to find a Mentor)Goal SettingPlease let me know if there is a topic a Newbie have to know that I may have overlooked.

This technique will automatically give you trust right out of the gate. 

I would appreciate feedback from investors who has used this medium and the effectiveness of this marketing technique. 

Thelonious JonesWhile I do not recall any real fears about becoming a landlord, there are things about which you become more relaxed (or desensitized) as time goes on.In the beginning, I use to get too irritated by messy/dirty/careless tenants, particularly in freshly rehabbed units.  

My favorite technique, which can only be used once per calendar year, is the 60 day no penalty loan from your IRA.