They should be able to give you an idea of how much to charge for rent as well.If there's a local newspaper (we have a weekly advertiser), I'd advertise in there.

Just this morning I posted a deal for $120k where rental value was advertised $1295.

Scott's books on flipping and estimating rehab costs are also great sources of info.As far as wholesaling is concerned, Find out: Your target area; ALL costs of a mail campaign (list, letters, postcards, necessary office supplies, postage, etc); budget for 6 months-1year of mailings; develop scripts for prospective sellers (what to say to them); learn to track responses, follow-ups, conversion rates, overall campaign effectiveness, etc.Build your team; title company, RE attorney, cash buyers, closing agents, etc.Feel free to reach out if you need any info.

With Tivity Social I was able to develop skills in branding, marketing, advertising, and social media.I believe it is important to give back, especially when it includes family.

My partner and I are newbie investors, just about to be sending out our first direct mail campaign to absentee owners.

Ive been working towards my direct mail campaign and driving for dollars for the last few months.

That will allow you to know which postcard/letter campaign these people actually read to get them to call you (assuming you are trying different designs/calls to action).

Advertise the property for sale , have a contractor lined up , advertise "home to be built , your plans or ours .

Always include even if self managing) plus 1% for turnovers.5% Credit Losses (Uncollected Rent and Skips)5 - 10% Maintenance/Repair (depends on Age and Condition of property)5% Taxes and Insurance (Varies)5% Utilities paid by owner (Electric, Gas, Water, Sewer, Garbage)5% Landscape Maintenance/Snow Removal 5% Misc (HOA fees, Pest Control, Legal, Accounting, Advertising, etc.)5 - 15% CapEx.  

HiI am preparing a DM campaign and just realized that a pretty high percentage of my list are family trusts.