The only downfall is that heat/hot water is included but there were brand new systems installed in the past 2 years so they are pretty efficient.

Is there any tip how to search more efficiently and to avoid warzones? 

Market research where tell you where you want to be and where you don't, and give you a good idea of what to expect out of a certain area or submarket, this will allow you to move quickly and surely when an opportunity presents itself.Analyze everything, start looking at the properties you pass everyday, pick one and research it from address to strike price do this until you are able to get it done quickly and efficiently don't wait until there is a deal in front of you to try and figure out how to analyze it, its to late to figure out how that game is played and what numbers work and don't when the contract is in front of you do that home work before hand when the clock isn't ticking.Finally this, Networking is key both online and in person, look into local REI groups and get active on the forums, get used to talking to people about RE and your goals. 

But you will want to make sure you know what you are doing and you have an efficient process in place to handle the increased volume of transactions.

Depending on the layout of the backyard and the detached apartment, you may be able to partition the efficiency off with a privacy fence which might help both you and a potential tenant feel more secure.

Any and all experience is valuable, but I want to make sure I hone in on what will get me where I want to go in the most efficient manner possible is all.

Whether made of concrete or a polymer, these homes have shown to be far more energy efficient, sustainable and resilient than conventional wood-built homes.

@Andrew HolmesThank you for the feedback yea I’ve seems that targeting the same list from different marketing methods is probably the most efficient way to use a list since different people respond to different methods.

What is the most efficient way to utilize the $20,000 I have saved in real estate?

Should I get an “all in one” or “separate” providers for cost efficiency.