And there are syndicators out there that have long, strong track records, that spend more time operating than marketing, that aren't selling their guru courses and the syndications are just social proof as to why you should spend $30k on their course.But the flip side of this risk is time.  

I work in the social services field and have become aware of these types of places and am wanting to learn more about them from the investors perspective.  

I’d love to get creative with marketing without spending a ton, whether through social media, local community groups, or any other cost-effective avenues.

@Josh WellsRecommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

I've also posted the listing on my social media accounts.  

We're having our monthly Austin Investor Social Hour and there will be plenty of househackers and investors there!

Will this affect her survivors benefits social security income? 

Social media marketing: Develop an Instagram strategy to showcase your property.

IG is prob the most relevant social media platform with a decent messaging capabilities. 

His theory is a paid off mortgage on your primary, $500k in liquid assets, and more than 1 source of income (real estate, social security if of that age, retirement, part time job, etc.).