The biggest ways IMO are MLS data, multiple solutions for sellers (off market cash deal or listing), ability to rep. yourself on your own deals (saving on commission).Commission savings adds up fast when you're doing multiple deals a year.That being said, there is cost to having a license so if you're only doing a couple deals a year then it might not make as much sense.

Besides, I want to learn how to do my own direct mail campaigns, since I do believe it is a necessary skill in order to get to the next level.I am sure there must be way, and I am sure there are plenty of investors solving this issue successfully. 

Basically you sell one investment and roll the money directly into the next investment.

Of course you have your own guys, so that saves you a lot in labor, as I’m assuming you’re getting decent quality for good prices paying them direct.

Provide possible solutions to said problems.

The fed did lower rates more or less directly in 2008 when they started buying agency mortgage backed securities which sets mortgage rates directly.

Maybe the solution is to wait to have more money or use other people’s money.

My opinion is that the overall direct effect of immigration policy on any given market will pale in comparison to other factors such as the economy, inflation and deregulation. 

Unless you're direct to a seller, you'll often find yourself with a short pencil. 

So we went directly to Lowe’s, who provided a receipt for microwave, installation, taxes, etc. totaling about $530.