If you really don't value your agent's ability and think you can do it better, it's likely best that you 1) interview more to find one that you do trust, 2) go through the listing agent, directly, if you're that comfortable with handling your side on your own, or 3) maybe get your license so you can control your side of negotiations with the proper tools needed (MLS access with agent info, showings, contracts, tax records, uploaded listing docs like surveys, disclosures, broker assistance for questions, etc.).

They often have connections to trusted contractors who work on investor projects​

I agree with this high level (Private Money = Individual, Hard Money = Company Non-Turnkey Product).I've been begging (mostly to no avail) for better clarity and definitions here for these to avoid confusion - BiggerPockets IMO has a HUGE opportunity to set and create the "gold standard" universal definitions of loan types with just a little initiative. 

Is tenant churn and NOI improvement something property managers are held accountable for, or is that more of a company-level concern?

I think that would fly legally.not the smartest for your relatives.. but do check it out.. its when you have multiple bene's on one mortgage trust deed that Securities comes into play..

It depends on your level of participation.Origination fees and other fees are typically considered active income and subject to SE tax.

Properties that were undervalued just a few years ago are now turning solid profits for those who can complete timely renovations.Low Inventory: With inventory levels continuing to tighten, the demand for well-renovated homes is higher than ever.

As a DFW Realtor with deep market knowledge and a trusted team, I’m here to help.

All signs point to 2024 ending close to 2023 levels in terms of transaction volume. 

I realize that many new construction homes and some existing home listings are never entered into the MLS, but I don’t see that affecting the high level results I’m shooting for.