I strongly encourage NOT paying a RA or brokerage DST commission, which is why I used and recommend Sera Capital.

So, not really passive.Investing in rReal estate offers a lot more control than investing in stocks, but it also requires an investment of time to do well.

In fact, I would want to go even lower because there's a very good chance some damage is hidden and costs will run higher than anticipated.If you aren't experienced, I recommend you just buy the good apple. 

I do manage some properties near ACU & HSU and I would highly recommend that area. 

SUBSTANTIALLY.I highly recommend tapping into your equity and accumulating some more assets at these prices, you will thank yourself in 3 years.The best and most cost effective way to do so is a simple cash out refinance, I don't think you should touch your primary, but leverage your investments for sure.

Do you have a recommendation on how to find local investor friendly agents or where to find wholesalers in my market? 

I may be able to STR a spare bedroom but that would be for later.Background: A fixer upper, but I do not know how much fixing is required. 

Any recommendations?

Returning, recommendations, Street presence, etc. to where it feeds itself. 

Alternatively, platforms like Twilio provide excellent customization but might require more technical setup for Podio.