Keywords to improve reach: wholesale, wholesaling, newbie, SD, southern California, so cal, landlord, turn-key, out-of-state, cash buyers, hard money, private money, private lending, multi-family, direct mail marketing, door knocking, probate, evictions, tenants.  

It does not need to be a masterpiece of literature, but it should cover the key points of your strategy.

Just closed today, May 10th on a SFR in Austin that cash flows $800 per month.Went back to the title company to get the keys and checks, got keys and security deposit check.I said the prorated rent check is missing and they said it's probably because the tenant didn't pay rent and the buying/selling agent should figure it out.

I have been in housing industry for 40 years and the key is to find something that is below market and needs fixing.

The key is trust your gut, and WRITE everything down and sign it. 

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.