Building relationships with buyers and having a database of active market that specifically has cashflow.

" LOL the AI can fetch from your specific answer.

Maybe if the property was listed, the market price is higher --- sort of by definition since the investor is buying off-market specifically to buy low. 

Specifically does going to open houses and finding properties on Zillow count?

depends on the remediation cost and if the budget can afford it 

If you're thinking about turning your garage into a bedroom with a bathroom to make some extra cash, here’s the scoop based on my 20 years of experience: You'll need to budget for design and engineering costs, which typically run between $2 to $3 per square foot of your total property area, not just the garage.

Not sure how to navigate buying one specifically to live in. 

Would you be willing to recommend/refer me to the specific provider on UpWork that you found and were happy with? 

If you have any specific questions, feel free to reach out.  

I used to live in South Florida and have been to Hollywood many times, but I am unfamiliar with this specific area.