Well mostly, the motivated sellers I deal with are generally not only willing to sell for a below market price, they are basically willing to give it away.

Do you know what price points, neighborhoods, and rehab budgets would be ideal for you?

I always recommend new investors start by defining their goals, then identifying the best strategy to reach them (given current macro conditions) and then what they are looking for in their ideal market. 

Your ads need to resonate with your ideal audience.Also if you are  not using the right budget, you may never get a lead, which brings me to the following step.You need to calculate your Cost/Deal.You also calculate your cost/lead.

What LTV % would you say your portfolio is currently at and where would you ideally like it to be on average most of the time?

My ideal situation would be passing along a qualified lead then making a fee if the deal closes.

Would love to start mapping out some areas I'd ideally want to start doing this in as well.

Think about your ideal tenant and work backwards.For example, if you want to attract those that like bike rides, set up a bike rack.

Contact the SellerExplain your role as a real estate wholesaler and how working together may be an ideal way to sell their property.

Ideally a good scenario is house hack a 2-4 flat and for the unit you are in have a roommate or two that covers $500-$1000 of your units expenses.