The trick is in what you mentioned at the end of your post - making it your career.The difference between you and someone who's out to buy something as a sidejob/hobby/potential investment is the hunger and focus.I got my first deal (3 unit "package" in the same block, all from a single seller/realtor so hugely reduced purchase costs on top of the unusually high yield) after "sitting" on several realtors for several weeks, badgering them with daily calls and requests for account numbers to deposit into immediately, as soon as an attractive deal comes up.

What news platforms do you follow daily?

Daily driver is 1993 F150 Pickup with 225,000 miles.

Now he has his phone turned off (I try calling daily) and the voicemail is full.

Is that what they meant by "Analyze daily?" 

I would continue to call and email sellers daily. 1 out of 100 will be a bite.

My route changes daily so, I could be in different neighborhoods everyday. 

I found that I was being swarmed with calls / emails / texts almost daily starting at 8:30.

Weekly Zoom meetings, a daily groupchat, and possible monthly meetups.Please reply if interested so that we can connect.

@David Daily - I always recommend house hacking if you are able and especially in Chicago where there are so many 2-4 units.Where exactly are you planning on looking?