My next step is to get a lead generating web site up and to expand/fine tune my mailing lists.

Eventually, I'd really like to own 20-100 unit apartment buildings to use my business and marketing skills on the internet to improving the operations of an apartment complex.Since our company works with local businesses, I've seen how many people struggle with internet marketing and feel like I can contribute to operations in this way (lead generation, marketing, and high levels of service to improve operations and cash flow seem to be my "niche" from what I can tell).I'm new but I'm here to fix that and share what I know about internet marketing with all you wonderful folks (I've been reading unreal amounts of practical info on this site which has blown my mind...super pumped to be here) and if I can help you guys and gals with anything marketing related please don't hesitate to message me or get in touch.Happy to help!

In your situation, if you can buy two more houses this year to generate revenue, then do that.

I've been utilizing yellow letters and an MLS-generated list comprised strictly of pre foreclosed single family homes (active's, non sale, expired's, cancelled's) in San Diego, California as my main source of leads in this 2nd yellow letter campaign.

Also make sure you get a full understanding of the costs of any fines, penalties and interest generated by the current violations.

Not having much luck with Craigslist for generating interest thus far.

How much money would it take to generate 800-1,200 dollars a month in cash flow and what would be the fastest / best course to get to the above?

I do have an accounting/taxes background with some knowledge in online marketing (currently developing my skill in lead generation).

With a buy and hold strategy accumulating SFR rentals into a portfolio for retirement, let's say you cash flow an average of $300/mo per house (after all expenses/mortgage).If I was to generate like $9k/mo in order to "retire", that means I need 30 houses, correct?

They will be the same format.For example here are the accounts I have for my lead generation business:https://twitter.com/<some name>http://instagram.com/<some name>