I just finished my first old Victorian style home flip.

They could have particular styles or things that they specialize in and wholesale the rest. 

And who better than to recruit a person who is already experienced at such, which there is a lot. 

Since the LTV on the hard money loan is high , I would personally purchase it using a bank statement loan at 85% LTV (15 percent down) and, as you mentioned, just use your cash for the rehab.

I personally don't quite see any of these positions being completely eliminated due to AI, at least not in the forseeable future. 

It can be price or unique amenity or your personal charm! 

If you've never done it and never looked at properties anywhere in person, how will you know what any of the numbers even mean? 

Quote from @Monish Anand: Start by looking for personal recommendations from investors in that market, then look on realtor.com or a google search.DO NOT use agents suggested by a website like realtor, Zillow, etc.

For my personal education, which one insurance should I have?

In 2022 I also sold my money pot personal residences for $961,000 and purchased it for $154,000 in 1999. $500,000 was tax free due to being married.