It has been our experience that 50% of all good deals come from brokers, and the other 50% comes from an assortment of sources: 1) direct mail 2) cold calls 3) mobilehomeparkstore and loopnet 4) deal assingments.

Individual landlords and real estate investors should also qualify in most cases.Loan amounts are up to $2 million (although some sources say it's a lot less), with up to $10k in an up-front loan advance for those who qualify.

But, what is the best source for this data point?

Always best to go to the source, and I can't see people being upset by you asking them how they want to see deals, and saving them the work.

Do those rent comps have to be pulled by an agent, or what's the source for those typically?

You can't discriminate against source of income - including what they do for work.

MLS and Open houses will oftentimes attract buyers who already have agents so FB ads are a great source for direct leads.- Social Media helps you attract buyers that are in your sphere of influence.If I misunderstood your question and you're asking about finding any buyers in your market WITHOUT having any active listings:- Host open houses for listings that other agents in your office/market have.

Do you have an alternate source of financing?

Many sources, including this one https://www.fastcompany.com/90490763/emergency-loan-advances-will-be-scaled-down-for-smaller-businesses-sba-confirms10 days is nothing.

You may be able to get it done @ 60% - 70% LTV right now, but it will most likely be an ARM and the rate depends on the source of capital.