Alternatively, find some wholesalers in your area and let them do the hunting for you. 

You can PM on a few ideas I have to do an "alternative house hack" that in theory is much better and I am looking to do that on my next property.

Over 40 speakers on a wide variety of topics not just multi family but other alternative real estate assets as well.  

@Jered Sturm,Well, there's a reason freebies are free - you get what you pay for.Most of the alternatives I might suggest are paid services, or you may need to sign up, get your score / report and then cancel within 7 days to avoid monthly charges.Obviously, MyFICO would be preferable, but that's $30/mo.

They are investments after all and that is the purpose of a self directed IRA, to invest in alternative investments.

He suggests one should “alternate postcards and letters for example.”

You’ve got your best alternative elsewhere.

In most areas of SoCal initial cash flow today is very low ( unless airbnb or alternatives) however future cash flow and equity growth is another story all together.

Along with the typical comps and alternative exit strategies.

I am willing to share (and have already shared some of)  my    knowledge /experience by posting comments within BiggerPockets.For individuals that would like to read about an alternative way to turn up your 'financial thermostat', please click on the following link to read my 22 page FREE eBook-  'Creating Wealth thru Commercial Real Estate Development'I look forward to interacting with new colleagues!