You might want to start investigating methods for locating off-market opportunities that appeal to you.

I have used several methods that have been quite fruitful over many years. 

When looking for a property to purchase, make sure you take this into account. 2) The BRRRR method is really hard to do in Bing, especially in student areas.

Realtors listing is a great way to market it, Facebook is also an underutilized method.

I see you mentioned the BRRR method, here's a nice breakdown of it here on Bigger Pockets.   

Same BRRR method we use for a typical LTR, but better equity, ROI and use( gift it, use it and better tax write offs) 

Live in one unit and rent out the others to cover your mortgage.Seller Financing: Negotiate terms with the property seller where they act as the lender, often requiring a smaller down payment and bypassing traditional underwriting.Partnerships or Joint Ventures: Partner with an investor who provides the capital in exchange for a share of the property’s equity or income.Lease Options: Use a rent-to-own agreement, which allows you to control the property while saving for a formal purchase.BRRRR Method (Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat): Acquire a distressed property with short-term financing, rehab it to increase value, rent it out, and refinance to recoup your initial investment.Pro TipStay in close communication with your lender as you approach your next purchase.

If you talk to someone like the folks at Wren Insurance Agency (from what I read in the Wall Street Journal), you’ll find they’ve been adapting to the shifting market conditions with some interesting coverage options.

Is this a common method or not?

Strategies like house hacking, the BRRRR method, and long-term rentals have worked well for me.