They came back to me with such a lowball number for the master lease program it wasn't even worth discussing.

Some are not even licensed realtors.

I do have to pay 2.9% fees when I use it which makes it kinda not even worth doing in my opinion.  

Seems like you're just a marketer working on a contract basis (not that I'm defending the program or even saying it's legitimate).

Based on our data, it. takes several hundred calls to even get an appointment. 

Did anyone work with them or are they even legit?

As if you needed more reason, the PM doesn't even verify they do the work.

Joining investor meetups in your area can also help you build relationships with experienced investors who may offer mentorship or even potential partnerships.Finally, don’t underestimate the power of letting people know your plans.

As the investor gains experience, they are not only able to more successfully foresee the “bumps” along the way, able to handle recessions, temporary negative cash flow, unforeseen capital expenditures without panicking, but will also recognize the opportunities necessary to turn a loss into a break even.

You can still find single-family homes in the $80k–$100k range and duplexes in the $130k–$150k range, even in C and C+ neighborhoods that are seeing steady improvements.