propstream or some other list service filter and make a list use a list service to contact owners via cold calling, mail marketing, texting etc Once the owner is contacted, get the condition of the house, pictures and get a contract signed 

My best advice for getting started is to learn to run your numbers thoroughly and then practice on potential properties that you see listed. 

So it seems like more of the passive route you’ve mentioned, would love to connect with you and pick your brain!

In fact, I've changed basically nothing from the strategy I've been running there since 2019.That said, I'm strategically picking properties in strong C Class areas that have potential to transition quickly to B areas.

Be an agent (listing specifically)Great at analytics, visuals and garnering insights? 

For example, I think it would be nice to have a 20 year spreadsheet for LTR showing 2 roof purchases at the 10 and 20 year mark (assuming 10 year roof) and then each system listed with its expected respective replacement year to get a picture of potential capex spikes,This may lend to moving replacements expeditures around to balance the outlay of capex dollars over the life of the property.Thoughts?

There are probably many more creative ways to house hack than even all of those listed in this thread.

You've got some possible markets picked out.

I look forward to hearing from you soon.Youll likely have to pay well above the $629k list price.

Lots of traffic through open houses and listings/pendings are comparable with a year ago (depending on the county).