To your point, I am finding it hard to"fit in" to the equation but appreciate your suggestions!

Add long distance to the equation and it just seems even more risky. 

He has some great YouTube videos that break down the equations, strategies and how to think about repositioning equity.

We are ok with making calculated risks with our money, but when you introduce other peoples' money to the equation as a variable it can get sticky.

Using your $100K example, the 6% seller assist is far more valuable to this buyer than merely reducing the purchase price by $6K because the 6% seller assist is a $6,000 reduction in funds required to close whereas reducing the purchase price by $6K equates to less than a $200 savings (2.5% down payment + some incidentals).

On the sale side of the equation I rely on 3rd party sales agents for my housing geared towards owner occupants.

My view is probably a fallacy as I have not factored in closing costs, home repairs, and the down payment into the equation.

However, this introduces a level of risk to the equation because now, as has been mentioned, instead of going to $0, you could end up negative big time! 

Aside from educating yourself, the next steps are to honestly assess yourself and see where you best fit into the equation and to build sponsor relationships because these will be very important for you as you start out.If you determine that you're best suited for the "finding money" part, then the content approach is a good way to get your name out there. 

Basically you can afford -3500/month which equates to ~$500k if no rental income.