For our MLS we can set "or" filters so if any of your list of keywords pop up, it will flag it. 

Most of the Rehabs and run-down properties that pop onto the market get eaten up pretty quickly by bigger players, and if you are able to tie one down, you usually won't see that value add that you are looking for in the BRRRR strategy.

You will not find a multi-family property on every corner in those towns, but the ones that do pop up generally tend to be better rental products.

If you talk with mom and pops who run C and D a good amount of them collect the rent in some old fashion way like knock on the door.. :)  

Popping the top is very common in W.

Building is usually better from a Marketing standpoint, because you can build it for the customer, versus most mom/pop locations are built because they had extra space where they were already at.

Most Mom/pop locations did not build for the customer. 

Check ou the two articles i wrote on BiggerPockets about the VA loan (just search "VA Loan" on the site, and they will both pop up)

The numbers should drive it and obviously you know the numbers.I've had this come up and I tend to notice issues pop up when it comes times to actually close. 

I wanted to ask if anyone has had success sending direct mail to mom and pop owners that has lead them to a deal?