I am interested in pursuing the BRRRR method, but I am hesitant to take this on due to the "Rehab" portion of the strategy. 

Also, what are you doing to adapt to these changes?

I always love hearing how seasoned hosts adapt when the “easy money” hype crowd moves on! 

But investors are adapting by:House hackingUsing seller financing or partnershipsBuying below market and rehabbing (BRRRR strategy)Investing in lower-cost markets (Midwest, parts of the South)Starting with smaller properties (e.g. under $150K)You don’t need a ton of capital-you just need a solid plan and consistent action.Is there still real opportunity?

.: Quote from @William Miller: Hey everyone, I’m deep in the learning and building phase right now and focused on mastering the BRRRR method but let’s be real, finding the right deal feels impossible at times.

Investors are adapting by layering funding sources and getting more flexible with deal structures, particularly in fix & flips, buy-and-holds, construction, and commercial investments.For fix & flips, most investors still lean heavily on hard money lenders who typically cover around 85–90% of the purchase price and up to 100% of the rehab budget.

The BEST method for real estate investing is very simple: increase earnings, reduce expenditures, save, and invest from your own funds.You should focus on increasing earnings and learning how to manage your budget.

I'm looking at some houses in my home market that have been sitting vacant for some time, any advice on finding owner contact information and approach methods would be greatly appreciated.

Is this method a commonly used method by investors?

My goal is to purchase my first multifamily long-term rental and eventually use the BRRRR method to grow and scale into a diverse portfolio that includes long-term, vacation, and commercial rentals.