Is it wrong for me to believe that going unrepresented, I may not be missing out on much especially since the agents themselves did not represent their interests other than wanting status quo.

See https://www.gridstatus.io/live for the real-time grid monitoring, status, and rates. 

For example, A-class areas might become oversaturated with rentals or experience events that reclassify them as B or even C-class, while areas previously considered as C can rise to B or A status through new investments and revitalizations.Thus, the choice between prioritizing equity or cash flow isn't always clear-cut.For novice investors, I typically recommend starting with A/B areas due to their relative stability and lower risk, which makes them safer but often with less upside potential.

Facebook groups are great for people asking about furnished homes to rent due to relocations etc.I would say getting reviews is your main priority right now so if you can price slightly under your nearest comps to build these up it will help you in the long run. 

I also covered this many times on BiggerPockets Facebook Live events if you can dig those out from around 2020 and 2021.

Check the Facebook group "Quad Cities Real Estate Investors" I can do some more research and interview some if you'd like a broker that plays in the space all day.  

Join Facebook groups, meet with others locally, listen to the podcasts, ask questions of others and share what you have learned also.

Other websites you could post on: ForSaleByOwner.com, Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, Houzeo, Unreal Estate, Isoldmyhouse.com, HomeCoin, Beycome, FizberIn the listing, mention that you are selling it as is.

I just joined my local REIA (South Bay Chapter (LAC-REIA)) to also help me find additional information.A quick snapshot of my current status and goals. 

I do a weekly "live deal analysis" on my Facebook page if you are interested, it's public so you can view it without friending me.