Direct Mail Campaigns: Think about sending postcards or letters to homeowners in specific neighborhoods, especially those who might be facing financial challenges or have inherited properties.

I think it wouldn't hurt if you were to reach out to an insurance adjuster that works on behalf of the homeowner.

Don’t let your State Farm agent push you into a homeowners policy with STR rider.  

I've been kicking around the idea of hiring a VA to make calls for my PMC to generate leads. The company is netting 70-80K a year (This is split between my partner and I) so obviously this isn't something right now th...

Its not, Its ALL about price, think about it :)  Respectfully disagree if your doing fix and flip to resell to homeowners its critical for rental purposes other than low End section 8 its also important.. renters want good schools also.. buyers its paramount.. 

A skilled caller could get 20-30 leads from talking to 1K random homeowners.

Acting as a messenger, the agent may be in a better position to negotiate a discount without ruffling the homeowner's feathers.A real estate agent can also play the “bad guy” in a transaction, preventing the bad blood between a buyer and seller that can kill a deal.

Home values here have been rising steadily, and the area appeals to long-term homeowners, driving appreciation.

Great for a new homeowner, house hack, or large family. 

The permitting and law does allow a home owner to do the work, and then inspected (which are more thoroughly done) if they live there themselves for a minimum one year.