They sound like regular conversations where the RE professional/investor is genuinely interested in discovering the seller's pain points to help find a solution.All the best!

Members span the gamut from "mom and pops" to large professional management corporations. 

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

I joined various internet marketing programs and mentorships to find ways to transition from my W2 job.

I was involved in R&D program with O.C. on "solving" a solar-on-the-roof solution that (a) worked and (b) was scalable. 

With your background in real estate investment and home building, you’re already off to a strong start.As a real estate professional in DFW, I know how competitive our market can be.

Both of those could put an investor where you are today - unfortunately.I can tell you that I believe I've avoided these types of issues from happening on my deals because I joined coaching programs and had mentors.

You could also JV with a seasoned professional.

These are professionals with additional training and a stricter code of ethics.

A licensed property manager should have access to the MLS which would put you on realtor.com, Zillow, and probably a dozen or more other websites.You don't need professional photographs, but they should be improved.