Here is my system that I have shared on the forums previously:It all starts with online ads, within which are several pre-screening questions I request be answered in their response to my ad.

It was tricky because the basement ceiling height is not quite 7'.From what I have read online, Fairfax limits STRs to 120 days per year, so it would not be feasible.

You should take advice from experienced people here who have not motivation to lie to you.

I would have counseled persons to do what I believe and have experienced to be a far superior investment strategy of REAL ESTATE INVESTING.

I’m eager to gain hands-on experience and learn from an experienced professional.

There are a ton of online resources.You could also look at the Arcade1 cabinets as well as the Gamer Legends stuff.

The FF rates in my zipcode are higher than I expected and their quality is less than what I'm bringing online! 

If you want to understand 5-year outlook, I'd look for multifamily construction data in your area to understand what level of new units is and will be coming online in the near future. 

- Question for investors: What can a developer, with less experience w/large scale deals, do to bring value to a more experienced developer?

BiggerPockets is an awesome online community for anyone interested in real estate investing.