I had the chance to meet him this past weekend at a summit in Virginia, and I found him to be incredibly kind and full of valuable insights.

Finding a good account and bookkeeper wasn't difficult and using online registered agents was way more cost effective.

You're not bursting my bubble at all; in my line of work we call that effectively managing client expectations around a stated objective. 

Part of the reason why the rehab was cost effective was because I have a long relationship with contractors, have experience, and I also give this contractor a lot of business.

@Preet Oberoi Purchasing a short-term rental (STR) or tiny home to offset W-2 income with depreciation can be effective if structured correctly.

But I know that the leaders are working on plans to fix it and they are very skilled and effective.

TIAHi Dawn, regarding your occupancy, with in effective dynamic pricing policy, you should still be able to beat the market while weeding out “bad” guests. 

That being said, it is incredibly important, as @Gino Barbaro noted, trust but verify. 

Cash for keys is probably not effective since they don't have anywhere to go [most LL are not likely to rent to them] however, I plan to have that conversation and offer any assistance with moving.Thanks again

The cost effective way starting is partner with an established wholesaler and they provide people to reach out to or pay for lists and do cold calling/door knocking yourself.