This will show you how many furnished units are currently listed on FF, their size and monthly rate as well as the number of searches.

I started by going through the posts here using the search function and then trying to connect with the realtors and investors and whole salers and lenders specific to the city I am interested in!!

If you associate his name with an article and its on a reputable website (news) or even just their social media, it's a quick google search for his name by a PM, landlord or interested LP to throw up red flags.

I'd like to pick a good platform and keep everything under one roof - not need multiple tools. 

Hey @Raif HarrisTo get a solid sense of occupancy rates, look into tools like AirDNA or Mashvisor, which offer specific short-term rental data, including occupancy and average daily rates for different areas.

I've been searching for same thing. 

A few good deals are often all it takes for them to see you as a reliable source.When you’re consistently getting solid deals, you won’t even need to search for cash buyers—they’ll come looking for you!

On this forum search screening,  deposits, utilities.

To find the right real estate investor group, search for meetup platforms, REIA (Real Estate Investor Association) groups, local brokerages, and LinkedIn events.

I recently paid Zillow $30 to keep my add nearer to the top of the search.