What marketing strategies are you implementing in this market?

Sure, you can have all the whiz-bang systems automation you want, but ultimately finding a deal is about discovering and building a connection with another human who wants to sell.  

That's almost 4%-5% and should be needed if you screen your tenants.With those three things, you can increase your cash income by somewhere around 10% without actually having to do anything other than implement your own leases.

What are the first steps I need to be implementing for a first flip?

I’m a true believer in implementing the things I learn at work to my personal life.

I have a couple of questions on how I should proceed with automating my business. 

I tried multiple times to get ahold of the future tenant but no response and went straight to automated voicemail.  

You may be looking at an automated value estimate, which are often completely inaccurate, or maybe the tax assessor's value assessment.

Any stories of renters insurance actually having to be implemented due to a situation ??

Hey everyone - I've recently started getting into trying to implement lease options into my real estate game, and appreciation plays a significant role in structuring the #'s.