This thread is getting old but thought I'd add my $0.02 anyway.I've purchased non-performing assets from PPR and, back in the day, went through their education program.  

Connecting with a mentor or support network can be done through local real estate meetups, forums, or virtual mentorship programs.

Most everyone that you've described or hope to reach is either an investor, an already learned and savvy buyer/seller, or a cheapskate, and that just doesn't fit the prototype of what the vast number of buyers and sellers are - ordinary people who just want a fair price on a house and to get in and out safely without having to learn the RE industry themselves or spend a lot of effort on the process.

PROGRAM 2 Owner use up to 3 weeks 40% of Adjusted Gross Standard FF&E in high season & 3 weeks Revenues from the Unit and accessory in low season package required.PROGRAM 3 Owner use up to 6 weeks 30% of Adjusted Gross Standard FF&E in high season & 6 weeks Revenues from the Unit and accessory in low season package required.HIGH SEASON: DECEMBER 21st - APRIL 15th LOW SEASON: APRIL 16th - DECEMBER 20thNote: The following fees are deducted from the gross revenue before the split:5% Management fee, 5% Travel Agent Commissions, 2% Credit Card Commissions, $4.00 per occupiedroom night (TRUMP Fee) & Group meeting fee may apply.Other Monthly Fees: 4% of the gross revenue is moved to the FF&E Reserve account and approximately$20 for liability insurance.Monthly Condominium Dues: $895.57 (These can be deducted from your monthly revenue)Initial Rental Program enrollment fee $500 and $2500 initial FF&E Reserve account contribution.Fees for OWNERS STAYS: In Rental Program (Optional): 1

The irony of the 1% "rule" is that those who could even use it effectively don't need it, ie if you need to spend more than 30 seconds thinking about whether it fits the guidelines you're probably not educated enough in RE to use it anyway. 

There are lots of paid software programs that do this for you as well. 

It is a community of lenders that you may fit into! 

You could do 5% down Fannie Mae program and quitclaim into LLC but the debt with still report to personal credit.DSCR is the way to go.

For future properties, I'm in search of a better fit and was referred to Precision Realty & Management as an option.  

@Frank Newsome recommend you first understand how the S8 program works!