As a new investor, I simply don't have the budget for ListSource.com or the like, with prices between $0.14 and $0.18 per lead.

I have heard mention of some investors contacting local title companies and having them...

These platforms, like DocuSign, streamline the process but can be costly if you exceed the monthly limits.However, alternatives exist.

Deeper Dive into Rental Demand:Here are a few alternative ways to gauge rental demand:Local Property Managers: Reach out to property managers in the area for insights on vacancy rates, tenant demand, and how long it typically takes to rent similar properties.Vacancy Rates: Research the average vacancy rates in that zipcode through local real estate reports or rental listing platforms like Zumper or Rentometer.Rent Growth Trends: Check whether rents have been rising, stagnating, or falling in that market over the past few years.

Second, leave alternating lights on at night. 

So, I've been on the hunt for a new management software for someone with less than 10 doors.I've tried several different alternatives: Azibo, Innago, TenantCloud, Baselane, Hemlane, etc. and none of them come close to Stessa imo.

Alternatively, inheriting the property and doing an internal buyout (where your wife and you buy out the other heirs) might allow you to bypass some typical closing costs.Renovating and Flipping: If the home is in need of significant repairs, getting an accurate estimate of the renovation costs before making an offer is critical.

Looking for an alternative.  

BTC and real estate are not alternatives for the same goals. 

Alternatively, he could hire a handyman, etc. to finish up what he was responsible for and he can pay them directly.Alternatively, since you both own it, you could take on 100% of the management and your brother pays you X% of the rent like a property manager.

Also look into doing a live-in-flip, it's a great house hack alternative in this market.