In addition to running the "Illinois Real Estate Investors Association", I manage a mobile home park in Belleville, IL.

In addition to that they are having to pick up and deliver the materials. 

This will be a great addition to your toolbox, especially with your experience.

In addition, somebody else is paying off your mortgage and the property can be a good tax write-off (consult with a professional).

I started a GC company because it brings in additional revenue.Another important point, are you looking for a mentor or mastermind to join?

If you're confident in your comps, it may be worth discussing with the appraiser or lender to see if there's room to provide additional context or request a review. 

In addition, exerting time and effort on properties that are not for sale is not worth it to me. 

There will be additional court filings in the coming weeks.

In addition I also offered cash and a quick closing timeframe.

Regarding Rob Beardsley he grew up in Silicon Valley and learned about real estate and tech from his parents, who ran a real estate brokerage firm from home, thus he had a built-in mentors and good networking to start with in addition to the capital that his parents have preserved for him so he got a good jump start.