If I see a listing come up that I want access to ASAP, their value is earned by getting me in and drafting the contract as fast as possible.

But that doesn't mean you know the right ingredients or can assemble it without disaster.

This is why so many people earn large sums of money quickly (lottery, sports, entertainment, etc.) and end up broke.Take Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University.

The average turnkey rental make about $300/month.From what you said, using real estate as a side vehicle with your good salary and earnings is a good start, as well as investing in core things like index funds.

So your debt is currently $3000 per month and your property earns you $1000 per month? 

Otherwise, broker classes that lead to a real license are cheap.If you want to become a real broker, earn a real license.

I think it is pretty rare that people getting free space rent actually work enough to earn it. 

For the first few years, I would focus more on the experience you gain than the money you earn.

Before I try to sell the idea to them I'd like to have the best data I can on potential earnings, upkeep costs, likely occupancy, and other points like that.

Although it isn't some miraculous contract that will hold a buyer hostage, there can be repercussions to you and/or the agent you eventually earn a commission with.