I was wondering if most wholesalers have stopped using direct mail and just moved to google/facebook to find deals?

I believe this approach provides the best cash-on-cash return when starting out.I began investing in Columbus in 2017, and I've engaged in both BRRRR strategies and turnkey investments.

Please feel free to reach out to me and my team if you would like to come up with a game plan and build your buy box. 

I reached out to my investment advisor who pointed me to a couple books that opened my mind to the other possibilities.

Cool, what are you focusing on to pin down which investment strategy you're looking for?

The two are almost entirely different markets in terms of price points, returns, tenant quality, and overall investing strategy.

When reaching out to experienced wholesalers, show that you’re ready to contribute.

Having a long-term rental while living abroad is do-able.Flipping houses while abroad, in my opinion, more difficult, especially if its your first go around with real estate.I would recommend taking a flight and staying in the area for a week and inspect the neighborhoods and make connections.You can reach out to @Elenis Camargo who has a PM company in Jacksonville.Best of luck though.

I’ve read in books of people getting past having to live in the property they own so they can rent all units year one of ownership(living on the property with an rv). Are there other more creative ways to start cash f...

Competition remains strong but it doesn't mean your goal is impossible to reach.