An extremely overlooked method here is to open up listed rentals on zillow in your target market and call any landlords that don't appear to be listed as an agent or property management company.

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. - Management and resources..operate it like a hospitality business with very clear communication with guests and reliable crews both for cleaning and emergencies. - Consider guest amenities, house rules..hot tub..pet friendly etc- TLC.

Hello Alex, I would agree with Michael on the rent by the room method.

b) If so, does anyone recommend the method of making 2 half payments per month?

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What markets, methods, etc are you intersted in?

1) Communicating with property mangers on tenant issues, vacancies, etc. 2) Listening to/Attending Webinars regarding real estate investing3) Driving for dollars4) Searching MLS and online for on-market deals5) Working on the business's social media accounts 6) Posting and reading through real estate forums (Such as this one) for real estate purposes (finding deals, educational purposes, etc.)

Which is why the BRRRR Method or Sub To or Assumptions or all of these other strategies are important. 

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