Lenders gave low rate loans at 3 which they would rather churn and turn to profitable ones today at 7 so there is motivation to get paid off.

Dealers/movers definitely know what they can get, and private sellers follow suit so you'd have to be motivated/connected AND be able to move fast to find a fair deal on a decent 'newer' used manufactured in the first place.I'd probably go new 75% of the time vs what I've been able to find price wise, used, personally..

Newsletters, mail, emails, texts, phone calls?

The others are cold calling and texting which we highly recommend for smaller budgets.

@Alessa LeSar get a HELOC on your primary for emergency purposes only.Keep saving until you have at least 20-25% down for a DSR loan.Start setting up systems & building your network to find motivated sellers willing to take less than market value.If you find a very motivated seller, you may be able to sell their property to an investor and get a commission plus finder fee to add to your savings.Over time, this will build your network for investing, which is a different network than what you have now.Be careful with your expectations for your sales in your 2nd year.

I've done 6 flips, and own 37 rentals since starting in real estate in 2018 (just to give you touch on my background).Today, on a daily basis I get 10-20 texts and emails offering me purchase opportunities that are mostly homes to BRRRR.  

The main motivation for me getting into wholesaling was the fact that I need capital to get into long-term rentals.

Instead of a voicemail I sent a text asking for any communication so I can plan accordingly. 

I get texts/postcards/calls offering me cash for the house a lot, but I don’t want to sell the whole thing outright, I want to retain my ownership and investment and build a property empire with someone who wants to invest - and I’m totally okay with full involvement or silent partnership. 

What motivated you and what were your first steps to dive in and not let fear or lack of knowledge stop you from making progress.