I just feel like everything that I am looking at has to be a high effort strategy or an equity/value add play.

I also want to make sure I maximize my client's profits while keeping their best interest in play.

Paid a top local esigner to come have a look and all she did was insult our cute little place that was doing just fine.....But I think where a designer could add value is by suggesting unique areas, like game rooms, coffee bars, outdoor BBQ/play areas, and stuff like that. 

Yes, I am looking for an online platform to begin self-managing too.

They will have additional costs for mailing & online campaigns to get leads.

So seems like a decent play for cash flow but not much for appreciation.

Consider connecting with local REI meetups, hospitality groups, or even online forums like this one to find like-minded investors.You could also pitch your successful track record to potential equity partners.

You can find online which larger institutions are buying in a specific area and try and reach out to them.

Yes, there's a lot of information online, but nothing replaces and EXPERIENCED honorable agent.A seller whose listing expired with a different agent/firm is now my client; the other agent was from a town 45 minutes away from the flip property....the listing expired. 

They are highly secretive however - no online presence under their names while being very tech-advanced, they also installed like seven cameras around the house perimeter.