I haven't hit it hard yet this year,  trying my hand at pre-foreclosures.I don't use a CRM, I'm hand writing letters and reaching out according to a criteria I dictated.  

Reach out to @Steve Stinson and I also sent you a DM to connect

We're part of STR Secrets so if you've been checking out that group feel free to reach out!

After that, they sent a few messages mentioning they were working with a couple of probates and would get back to me.To date, I haven’t received anything, and my attempts to reach them have gone unanswered.

Reach out to them.

As inflation drives rent growth, properties in stable markets like the Midwest can continue to deliver returns even in higher-rate environments.Market Conditions Favor Real Estate RecoveryThe commercial real estate (CRE) market has faced significant challenges in recent years, but signs point to a recovery:Bottom of the Market Cycle: CRE appears to have reached its low point in late 2024, with 2025 marking the start of a slow recovery phase.Limited New Supply: High interest rates have curtailed new construction, which should drive rent growth in the coming years.Policy Changes on the Horizon: There is growing discussion about potential policy shifts under the new administration, including a return of 100% bonus depreciation and lower interest rates.

You can add different ways to reach out to improve your conversion for owners you are hitting or you can increase the amount you are sending. 

Or buying opportunities if the bottom is reached soon.

Great advice Bruce, Im going to steal this for some of our new agents :)And again reach out anytime Reagan.

It’s good to budget for unforeseen expenses.Regarding PMI, it’s worth discussing directly with your loan servicer since many lenders require holding the property for a period or reaching specific equity thresholds before removal.If market rents are $2,200–$2,500, hiring a property manager could help you optimize rent while taking the burden of tenant screening off your plate.