Hi MikhailI think it all boils down to lead generation and closing more deals.

Columbus, Ohio, is leading the growth with so many national businesses and tech companies investing heavily in our city. 

They work great, can be one of the most cost effective lead-gen methods out there when done right.

Right now you're likely just getting inbound leads from Airbnb and other OTAs so creating an IG, website, etc would be better leveraged if you can also make some content from your property and then advertise.

Focus on generating leads.

Are you investing in some form of digital marketing, direct mail, or other outbound lead generation? 

The water is getting in from somewhere, and if left unaddressed, it could lead to bigger issues down the road.

So why not pay and have my SEO optimized, to try and generate organic leads?

And, like is mentioned, many education programs in RE are more of a lead generation for educator to then continue to sell you and/or extract more value from you, i.e. form a fund of funds so you can help me raise more money.To your theory, I think the other part about real estate investing, especially as it is sold by many gurus by being an escape from your W2, is a bit oximoronic.  

This also leads owners to ASSUME simpler is better when it comes to management contracts.