Do you work with a agent that has more detailed access to the MLS and can generate automated lists to email you based on specific criteria?

That means I have been very slow to jump in and get started.I took several steps last year to generate cash so I can start.

How do u guys feel about Posting on Craigslist to generate both leads and a buyers list

What are some of the websites a Canadian REI may use to generate leads for example?

You could just as easily be building a website about teeth whitening products.Now if you built a real estate site to generate leads for YOURSELF that you were going to sell on to someone.

Best thing to do in those situations is to do your homework and generate your own numbers.

2- Strategy to use to buy the property to pay it off, using cash and credit, or bother, as soon as possible and generate a positive cash flow?

Interest rates are low by historical standards, and we have had a whole generation of people remain as renters (delay household formation) for much longer than similar age-group people have done in the past.

I'm looking to acquire more multis in Chicago to buy and hold for cash flow, but need to generate more cash to do another deal (or wait and save for like 3-4 years, but "ain't nobody got time for that!").

@Ali Boone Thanks for the advice, I've actually been reading your blog posts, since your turnkey strategy appeals to me - as long as it still generates a profit (that was me sending you that email about choosing markets).