AI costs $.02 per property analyzed - so narrowing down in step 2 is there to keep the cost low and the list targeted.

Yes, I also feel hesitant about letting other tenants know that I am the property owner.I agree that targeting areas with good neighborhoods and higher class ratings is a safer choice.

When starting out, I’d say reach out to 3–5 realtors in your target market.

This targets family’s between homes, either because they just moved to the area; have a definitive time work contract; current house is being rebuilt/remodeled/repaired; students with “rich” parents; recent separated/divorced who needs space for children visits; Houston medical center stays; etc.  

Just be sure to research your target markets carefully to maximize returns.

By 2030, we want to have grown a portfolio of over 100 units, created a property management company that manages an additional 100-200 units, and, finally (and most importantly), we will have established a non-profit that is focused on quality, affordable housing that specializes in providing housing and resources at/on the "services cliff" alongside financial counseling and first-time home buyer education in our target area.Our target area is the Springfield, MA and Hartford, CT areas with dreams to expand to Central Massachusetts (Worcester, MA), Southern New Hampshire (Nashua, NH), and Southern Connecticut (New Haven, CT).Would love to meet up with likeminded individuals in our area!

Their target audience are professionals with cash don't don't have the time or desire to become educated and are willing to pay/forgo some revenue for a experienced investment relations firm. 

Seems penny-wise and pound foolish.

Here’s our OPINION for the Metro Detroit market (use as a template for your target area!)

My target markets include any region in California, and I’m always on the hunt for properties with strong value-add potential.If you’re experienced with rehabs, BRRRR, or creative financing strategies, I’d love to connect.