Curious about opinions on the best lead generation strategies for Real Estate agents outside of traditional ones - cold outreach, networking through friends and family etc.

This is for a 3 bed/2 bath single family rental home.All input would be appreciated! 

Investment Info:Single-family residence buy & hold investment.

However, looks like there is a harsh line as far as what locals can afford and if you go over that, vacancy is high.Watertown, NY- I’ve seen many great multi-family properties in the low to mid 100s.

Rates may still be high, but sometimes they’re more flexible with repayment options than a mortgage refi.Family Loan Structure: Since you have an existing interest-free loan from family, you could talk to them about restructuring or even adding onto it, if they’re open to it.

I've seen small multi-families (2-4 units) appreciate very nicely in the Lewiston/Auburn area.

Quote from @Geritt Shipley: Hello, I've got a single family home in Portland, OR and the tenants began hearing rats in the attic about a month ago.

I recently had an offer accepted for my first multi-family property!

In my opinion, the easiest path to investing in real estate is house hacking a 2-4 unit multi-family property.You have the right idea of getting around other like-minded investors. 

Quote from @Eli Fazzo: Hey Bp family, I’m looking to move to Lexington, South Carolina area within the next year or so.