Each of the 4 homes i have hit these numbers on have been the product of direct mail, an 1 instagram lead and one of off Craigslist all in the last 12 months.  

Are you on facebook and Instagram?

I'm hesitant to subscribe until I can get some recommendations.What would you recommend for new Agents to read/subscribe to keep abreast of current news, changes in laws, new strategies (such as using Instagram), new technologies, etc?

If you can spend more time, more money and get massive results then you should follow these.Create a website must be PROFESSIONAL have a blog and get someone to write for you add at least 2 posts a monthBrand yourself or your company and give some value it could be FREE EBOOK, VIDEO ADVICE, TIPS, or anythingReach to people as much as possible (STOP THINKING ABOUT LEADS FOR A WHILE) connect with more people show your interest share valuable stuff.Try to use Facebook, twitter, instagram, as well as linkedin gain good number of followers and audience share interesting thingsBuild an email list within your niche that could help you to connect with more business people and investors who trust you.

I'm partial to instagram and wordpress has built-in widgets that allow you to easily incorporate your instagram feed into your page. 

Also try typing their name into Facebook, Instagram, Twitter etc and sending them a direct message instead.

Facebook, Instagram, Zillow, Hotpads & Trulia are all free options.

.- Logo designed and color palette chosen for consistency and professional look- Facebook and Instagram biz pages put in place- I am a graphics designer and created templates for coming soon, new listing, etc online ads using chosen color scheme- Website created (no IDX due to no money :-) )- Door knocking on 100 doors and left flyers I designed.

Hey Andrew,If you haven't done so, I would recommend signing up for Instagram and post your progress photos, and before and after photos. 

You can follow me @bladedeatley on Instagram to see pictures of my current and future projects.