Trouble is, how do you find out what that particular seller told that particular agent? 

I was able to find a great agent and made it happen.

But, find opportunities to make a happy buck off it can get complex.

Lastly, check your conversion rate to see how many clicks turn into actual leads.Test different audiences and ad creatives to find what works best, and don’t worry if it takes time to dial things in.

There is no "secret" to finding them--- you just have to search, but most major metros have them.

This metric became popular post GFC, when properties with a 1% rent to value ratio were fairly easy to find.  

I still find this hard to believe. 95% of would be real estate investors never buy a single house.

@Jeanette Land why don't you canvas your network to find a money partner?

@Leslie L Meneus you are trying to find a tribe of super freaks.Let me explain…Only 6% of Americans own one or more rental property.  

Target ReturnsWhile target returns are crucial, these should be discussed only with investors—not brokers or others helping you find deals.Sample Investment CriteriaHere’s an example of well-defined CCC:Location: Primary and secondary cities in the Southeast with population growth.Type & Class: Class C garden-style or walk-up workforce housing with repositioning opportunities.Age: 1980s construction or newer (case-by-case for older).Price: $5M–$12M, requiring $1.5M–$3M in funds.Size: 100+ units.Cap Rates: Market rates.Roof Type: Pitched roofs preferred.Value-Add: Opportunities for improvements or better management.Why This MattersBy creating crystal clear criteria, you:Avoid wasting time on deals that don’t align with your goals.Build trust with brokers and partners by demonstrating a focused investment strategy.Increase your chances of finding deals that meet your financial and operational objectives.I'll be posting each chapter as I go through them so you can follow along from my notes and we can discuss different strategies.