This approach has not only improved our operational efficiency but also helped us stay on top of opportunities without getting bogged down by the details.Have any of you tried alternative strategies or found other methods that work even better?

Working part time in the field is a great option, also.

DSCR Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

I’m an ex realtor who also has some experience working for a private equity group for a short time before I got a really good gig in a completely unrelated industry that will allow me to have options when investing.

One is a nurse other works at Trader Joe’s . 

And it's fairly cheap so you could just try it for a couple weeks and cancel if it doesn't work for you.

I put my location as New York since that is where I will be moving after college for work.

We are working on getting a new insurance policy for one of our properties. small 3 unit property on the Oregon Coast.

I specialize in working with other investors to find great deals that meet their cash flow and appreciation goals.

I have a small team but work 3 different markets.