Considering it is listed as a benefit of upgrading to pro account..

In hindsight it was the only benefit I got.. as they never made a dime all the years I owned them and then to resell at least I could sell them retail but they had to be fully renovated to compete with new builds so any cash flow i made went right back into renovating before i sold them.. 

Being a licensed agent does have it's benefits when buying.

And in return I think the health of the overall housing market will benefit as well. 

I set my tenants up on Zillow and they put their info in directly so I don't have to get involved with their bank at all.

There's no benefit to starting a PM company just to manage your own investments.

Consider if it will truly benefit your tax position, liability protection, or asset management, or if it will just add unnecessary paperwork.If you’re in a state like California, keep in mind that you’ll have to pay $800 annually to the Franchise Tax Board, file a periodic Statement of Information (SOI), and submit a Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report.It’s a good idea to consult a real estate attorney to ensure you’re making the best decision for your specific needs.

This approach works well for wholesalers who sell deals to flippers, and flippers or realtors can benefit even more by taking the extra step to generate their own off-market leads.No one said methods like cold calling, direct mail, or Facebook/Google ads won’t help a realtor find off-market opportunities.Just a friendly thought, especially given the high costs associated with Zillow leads.

How can I help versus how can I benefit.  

Exclusions.Certain work, such as time spent as an investor reviewing financial statements or participating in management decisions without active involvement, may not count towards the 750-hour requirement.As always, talk to your CPA to make sure that you meet the criteria above.If you do, there are many helpful benefits to you.