The best way of doing things is of course leveraging all methods where they fit and apply.BUT were you to put SEO vs. paid advertising face to face... this is what you get:I did a search for "We Buy Houses In Connecticut".. the highest bidding keyword in my market.I found 3 competitors in the PPC section. 2 of them where ranking #1 (depending on the keywords) before well a "certain company" came along ahem ;)Look at the competitors results...The first company was in business for a LONG time: When I came along, they dropped from the ranks and the only way they can stay in business is PPCNow they spend over $5K a MONTH to get leads!

There are exceptions for SMLLCs, taxpayer and spouse LLCs in community property states, and trusts, but that doesn't fit the fact pattern at hand.Again, this conclusion can be made in less than 5 minutes by looking at the regs. 

Get on their email distribution list and keep an eye out on something that fits your needs.

Hello Guys,I have been doing some research into real estate, as to what type of business that fits my interest and financial situation best. 

I know on 3-4 units you can put down as little as 5% down if the property fits the right criteria for income, etc.

Our primary job is SFR rentals so this seems to fit in by utilizing an asset we already own.

Hello all, Over the last couple months, I have been getting a strategy together and seeing what would be the best fit for me in real estate.

Just make sure that the home is the type of home you would like to buy and the numbers fit your investment criteria. 

People are fans of all 3 - whether they're a good fit for you depends on your goals, level of technical expertise, and budget.

Get busy marketing and building a business and not relying on the Internet for advice ;) j/kThere is no "one-size-fits-all" approach.