This approach works well for wholesalers who sell deals to flippers, and flippers or realtors can benefit even more by taking the extra step to generate their own off-market leads.No one said methods like cold calling, direct mail, or Facebook/Google ads won’t help a realtor find off-market opportunities.Just a friendly thought, especially given the high costs associated with Zillow leads.

Being a licensed agent does have it's benefits when buying.

Utilize the enemy method - like @Bradley Buxton said, take a look at your competition to see how yours compares and make adjustments accordingly

This way I'm semi-retired working my own hours and enjoying the tax benefits of a RE professional.

I own a property in the Disney market and co-host/manage another 25 in the area.Disney I think is a good market if your goals are more aligned with traditional long term real estate goals, and a bad market if your goals are more immediate gratification and short term cash flow.The major benefit of the Disney market is that it's about the safest market you can find from a long-term perspective. 

We specialize in working with REO, real estate agents & brokers, institutional & private investors, and homeowners, offering solutions that meet the unique needs of each project.At Nuovo, our core values are at the heart of everything we do:Vulnerability: We maintain open lines of communication, ensuring transparency throughout every project.Integrity: We approach every task with honesty and a commitment to doing the right thing.Innovation: We constantly seek new ways to improve processes and outcomes.Adaptability: We embrace change and are always ready to adjust to meet client needs.We believe in creating a fun, open, and trusting environment, both within our team and in our client relationships.

Consider if it will truly benefit your tax position, liability protection, or asset management, or if it will just add unnecessary paperwork.If you’re in a state like California, keep in mind that you’ll have to pay $800 annually to the Franchise Tax Board, file a periodic Statement of Information (SOI), and submit a Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report.It’s a good idea to consult a real estate attorney to ensure you’re making the best decision for your specific needs.

There's no benefit to starting a PM company just to manage your own investments.

Live where you want and invest where the numbers make the most sense.The benefit of living in NYC is that you hopefully make a nice salary compared to others in the country.This gives you a competitive advantage when you want to buy properties in other parts of the country.If you are investing in NYC, you are not investing for the cash-flow but the potential appreciation.I used to live in NYC(now I am a digital nomad) and I decided to invest in Florida.

@Oladimeji SonibareRegarding Facebook Ads and the discussion about legitimacy in presenting yourself as someone who can assist these people, I’d offer this suggestion: Continue targeting the same audience on Facebook, but adjust your concept and marketing message.