As experienced professionals, which of these platforms do you prefer, and why?

You’re definitely in the right place to learn and connect.Getting started depends on how much time and effort you can dedicate to your investments.

When I get to the point you are at, I pledge to dedicate some regular time to others who want to get there :). 

while still trying to keep up with the competition Do you rely more on direct-to-seller marketing, networking with agents, leveraging platforms like PropStream and Batch Leads, or just by looking at a lot of deals?

Here are some additional tips:Business Bank Account: Open a dedicated business bank account to manage income and expenses separately from personal funds.D-U-N-S Number: Register your business with Dun & Bradstreet to establish a business credit profile.

Are you marketing on other platforms?

Quote from @Austin Wolff: As someone who lived in Los Angeles and also needed to invest out of state, I've dedicated my career to market analysis and selection, and I personally think you've chosen pretty good markets.

Im open to conventional financing or seller financing.To find properties, you can network with local agents and brokers, join local real estate investment groups, use online platforms like Zillow, Realtor.com, and Redfin, send direct mail campaigns, drive for dollars, network with property managers, and explore seller financing.Good luck!

It’s a pleasure to join this platform.

It just has to do with how each platform markets themselves and what kinds of guests come through.I am an investor and co-host in Dallas, Texas and that's generally the posting rules I go by.