While this method is thorough, I've found it to be quite time-consuming.Has anyone found a quicker, more efficient way to get this information?

Tools like BatchLeads and PropStream are great for direct-to-seller strategies, but keep in mind that they come with marketing costs depending on the method you choose, such as direct mail, cold calling, or texting and have to have good nurture campaigns. 

We all have to start somewhere and I'm looking to become a expert in Section 8 rentals, the BRRR method, and AirBnb's at this time.

I always felt the method of the lottery was unfair.  

But it could lead to evaluating hundreds if not thousands of cities, which is impractical due to the time required and insufficient data for smaller cities.The other method is to eliminate all cities that are unlikely to be good investment locations, and the remaining few are worthy of further investigation.

I also use the cost per mile method for mileage expense. 

Using the BRRRR method and 1031 tax deferment strategies are a great way to build your portfolio. 

Looking to start investing in Section 8 single family homes using the BRRRR method.

I am sure she is sending him letters (or using other methods to contact him) as well.I'm a small long-term buy-and-hold investor myself, but this property is about 4 hours away from my own market, and would be used personally by my wife and I if we were to acquire it.I'd really like some help from you large operators who work these deals all the time, as to how best make contact with the owner and see if he were interested in selling.  

The leak was pretty severe and ended up going into the garage, so we had to dry out and ventilate the garage as well.