Barbara Corcoran: Built a real estate empire from a modest start and became a prominent figure in the industry.--- Tactic 1: Branding and PR: Corcoran used media and public relations to build her brand and attract high-end clientele.--- Tactic 2: Niche Specialization: She focused on the New York market, becoming an expert in her area.--- Tactic 3: Empowering Agents: Corcoran built a strong team, providing them with the tools and support needed to excel, which in turn grew her business.These investors show that success in real estate often comes from a mix of strategic purchasing, market specialization, strong branding, and building robust teams. 

You are already in the right place in the BP forums, but try to consume as much podcast and reading material as you can.

Secondly if you really want the name of the owner, it will be time consuming, but it doesn't have to be your time.

The paperwork, the tenant communication, the financial tracking – it was all so time-consuming and stressful.

(I can say that as someone from massachusetts)But people need to be careful as a CFD is consumer debt and if the borrower contests - all that interest they owe you could be wiped out as if you are not sending statements, I believe the law is then interest could be wiped out and considered invalid.

It’s a modest home, and we aim for broad appeal with a neutral, updated look that attracts a wide range of buyers.

IDK but I do know for a fact that's what contractors do.https://www.cslb.ca.gov/Consumers/Hire_A_Contractor/Home_Imp...

It seems that the criteria they are using ( the consumer financial protection Breau) designates entire counties as "under served or rural". 

Managing tenants, collecting rent, and handling repairs can be time-consuming, so factor in property management fees if you hire someone.6.

If you are going to do a BRRRR there is a lot to learn just doing one of those and after that maybe you can make a modestly bigger plan based on your experience there.