As others have said owning the system via a cash purchase or using one of the many low-interest loan options out there are preferable methods than leasing. 

I explored increased rents, but these latest ones are at market rate (while many are not).

The most common method of making connections is simply reaching out and asking for connections.The most successful investors are also the most efficient, and not only nail the follow up, but also take the time to really get to know and understand the ideal candidates for their next investing opportunity.Not all of us with the will and way have the means to develop a business idea to full potential.

I've never seen anyone use my methods of perfecting a small project with little capital and then scaling it out once perfected. 

There is a system we use called RUBS which is RUBS or Ratio Utility Billing System is a method of calculating a resident's utility bill based on occupancy, apartment square footage, number of beds, or some combination of factors.

Being an out-of-state buyer in CA while coordinating a move from the east coast, does it make sense to explore a vacation rental option in the area of Palm Springs with the intention of buying a 3-bedroom and renting out the rest 2?

Hello BP,I currently have been reviewing Cris Chico Virutal methods. i have not paid for anything just reviewing what is online.

The investors I work for use some creative methods to acquire properties.

What complicates matters for me is I am licensed in California, and my employing broker doesn't allow me to do my own deals :( Since I can't represent myself as an agent, I thought about using the dual agency method.

I've seen many discussions and heard even more stories about doing the BRRRR method but not as much on buying turnkey.