In my opinion, this is much more effective than texting, which often feels like a constant game of cat and mouse with phone carriers.

Its a game of failure... its a numbers game.

In my opinion, this is far more effective than texting, which often feels like a constant game of cat and mouse with phone carriers.The two best strategies I know are inbound methods: direct mail and Google Ads.Direct mail can be costly, but it can also lead to deeply discounted properties.Google Ads, on the other hand, doesn’t require data extraction like calls, direct mail, or texting.

It's about, in my case, doing something I love, creating a community that I can also learn from, and leaving a legacy for my six kids and their kids. 50 years from now they're gonna see my videos on money and finance.I think it's all about a person's passion, and helping people leave their W2 is a lot more exciting to me right now than closing a deal.

I may not fully understand what drives the market and what to look for to stay ahead of the game, but I'm trying.. do you typically hold the property longer this time of the year?

@Don KonipolI view these trends as both things that people are participating in AND things that are being done to them.Silicon Valley hires the best and brightest to make phones, social media, games and apps addictive. 

I can’t stress enough how important it is to stay focused and avoid some of these common pitfalls early on.Quick thoughts:Find the right Realtor – Make sure they’ve got some skin in the game with househacking or investment experience.Budget = Game Plan – That pre-approval is your marching orders.

I am currently watching lots of videos and attending webinars when I can.

We did just get a fusball table, so that will be added and we were debating turning garage into more of game room with ping pong table.  

YouTube has a lot of great videos for this.