Also cold call multi family owners to start networking and finding deals outside of the MLS.

I am a big believer on self-managing with the right systems and processes until you can hire an internal PM.

I'm looking to buy another small multi (2-4 unit).

Single family, multi-family? 

And as you are seeing on these forums and news, some groups that grew to multi-billion portfolios are at real risk of going under.

They can’t review the “hot” deal their broker just sent them because they’re too busy categorizing emails in color coded category’; they can’t attend the on line networking session because they need to switch over to a more detailed CRM system; they can’t visit the property going up for auction because their scheduled weekly garage cleaning is running overtime…..The Educator – This person never feels they have enough knowledge, experience or education to properly evaluate an investment.

I use Smart Property Systems software to manage my units. 

However, I'd Ideally like to find a multi-unit and operate both strategies

Multi-family, single family, loan the money, syndication..

Lucy McDonald My niche here in Branson is long-term buy & hold multi-family, however vacation rentals are very popular and seem to perform well.