I have worked with a lot of smart people in real estate which has allowed me to become knowledgeable about different areas and types of real estate.

You are at the right place to surround yourself with knowledgeable people to help guide you. 

I strongly consider finding an agent that is knowledgeable of these aspects and paying them more for the full service.

Hi, everyone I am please to have join this amazing website with all the help and knowledge that we can all give each other to become successful.

Seemed like a very knowledgeable guy, not sure what exactly happened after the mid point but he kept lying to me. 

There is also the local knowledge of a market like here in Lake Tahoe where lending can be trickier so an offer with a local lender might get chosen because they have a reputation to get a deal done vs a national lender that can have more red tape and a slower process. 

Connecting with other agents, investors, and lenders is a great way to build your network and build up your knowledge in the industry.

From your past posts, as well as what work you've mentioned being comfortable taking on yourself, I think you definitely have the requisite knowledge to act as your own GC and sub out any work you don't feel like taking on yourself. 

Looking to absorb at least a small part of your knowledge.

You see I could never be 19 again and still retain the same knowledge that took years to gain.