I was curious if anyone has used a VA effectively to generate consistent leads?

Greg, if your family dynamic allows it, you can find a cash flowing deal and you're up to the task of being an effective landlord, then think about small MF. https://www.fhfa.gov/DataTools/Downloads/Documents/Conforming-Loan-Limits/FullCountyLoanLimitList2018_HERA-BASED_FINAL_FLAT.PDFProst!

For any kind of investing that will be time sensitive, involve multiple assets, or assets that generate a lot of transaction activity, these checkbook plans will be much more efficient and effective in terms of time, paperwork and expense.As I noted, there are several quality providers of both types of services here on BP.

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What is the most effective form of marketing? 

If a 3rd party buys the property at the trustee sale, typically that investor or its agents will effect a cash for keys arrangement.

Communication is the key - build a relationship with a realtor and if they are worth anything, they will realize what works for you. 

In that case, there's no point in waiting 6 months for a cash-out refi because it'll have the same effect as a rate and term refi (i.e. you won't be able to get cash out).

I think it may be worth while to ask your PM to find you some deals, especially if you are working with a PM company as opposed to an individual; in this case, the agent who finds your deal might not be the same agent who communicates with you on the property management side, but generally, agents who work for a PM company are more knowledgeable about what rents and what doesn't.Hope this helps!

You as a consumer can pretty much share any information you wish with an appraiser and communicate freely, short of providing incorrect information or bribing them.