@Gus Muller I would say do direct mail if you are able to stay consistent and mail on a monthly basis.

That would have juiced my cash flow a bit more. 

Unless it is consistent negative and inappropriate posts and comments, it would not be fair to hold a silly post or two against a potential tenant ability to be a good match for your property.  

You have to consistently follow up in a meaningful way and you will get deals.

Based on the consistent performance of the property you have there, my vote would be to keep it and buy another one.

I think Big Bear would be a decent investment if we had all cash to purchase a property, but in carrying a mortgage, the juice didn’t seem worth the squeeze at the end of the day.

How can you consistently work that strategy?

You have to consistently follow up in a meaningful way and you will get deals.

Also do you guys consistently work with other investors to leverage time and networking of finding deals, and broadening into new markets?

I'd be willing to do legwork, tedious activities for the knowledge and experience- continue attending REI events, seminarsObstacles:- very little, to no savings- underwater in home; currently refinancing to MUCH better terms/ costsIn my favor:- decent size 401k- passion to succeed/ fight through hurdles- consistent regular career.