I've helped friends in CA go from $18,000 per year income to $120,000 income on the same equity, so if income is what you want, consider professional property management on turn key, fully renovated properties. 

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@Daniel Cuevas, I believe a key action in your process is going to be sticking to the direct mail campaign for several months.  

I think an important key is understanding what things people like.

Learning quickly and getting better right away is key for sure...   

But the key is to managing it successfully and this is where most people lose their shirtLong story short, we slowly removing non performing tenant and move in good tenants.

Ask yourself why and have people within your circle of influence ask you why so you can explain and hear yourself.

Yes you can open the door with your key (with proper notice).

I was going to create a post titled, "Keys to Finding Good Reliable Investors."