Tools like BatchLeads and PropStream are great for direct-to-seller strategies, but keep in mind that they come with marketing costs depending on the method you choose, such as direct mail, cold calling, or texting and have to have good nurture campaigns. 

I am sure she is sending him letters (or using other methods to contact him) as well.I'm a small long-term buy-and-hold investor myself, but this property is about 4 hours away from my own market, and would be used personally by my wife and I if we were to acquire it.I'd really like some help from you large operators who work these deals all the time, as to how best make contact with the owner and see if he were interested in selling.  

This would be my 3rd rental property by the way.

Partner Driven added value to the Garfield Street deal by leveraging our efficient investment strategy and market expertise.

By renting out one unit, I covered a significant portion of my mortgage, reducing my monthly housing expenses and easing financial pressure.2.

@Greg ScottPeople don’t know what they don’t know and think they are doing something great by raising $ and hoping to reap the rewards - not understanding that if it goes bad it can go very bad for them.Mauricio also posted a LinkedIn post on this and it’s always been a challenge and for those who have sales people but cannot pay them a commission like most sales jobs offer unless they are licensed.

So, in 2 years (the beginning of the 3rd lease) you would be up to $1950 and sneaking up on market rent which will likely be a little higher by then.

Not secured by the actual loan ... 

I’ve tried all the recommendations you guys have suggested but I feel like she is grossed out by bugs and it’s been very extra.

That was fine by me, but I'm uninterested in making her money any longer than I have to.