The key is getting (I mean the most important part) a good agent or boots on the ground. 

My original plan was to utilize a real estate agent to be my property manager that I met through a Dave Ramsey referral program, but I'm exploring if I should attempt this on my own.  

Sure, because when you take rent payments out of the equation you can focus on the tenant landlord relationship and providing the best experience for the tenant.All the best!

Curious about opinions on the best lead generation strategies for Real Estate agents outside of traditional ones - cold outreach, networking through friends and family etc.

The people listed below have been all over BP and can provide great information

Do not allow dog until proof of insurance with you as additional insured given.also, keep in mind you only need to provide reasonable accommodation. 

Full Disclosure is Required for Non-Accredited InvestorsIf any non-accredited investors participate in your deal, you must provide them with detailed disclosure documents.The SEC states:“[The company] must give any non-accredited investors disclosure documents that generally contain the same type of information as provided in registered offerings.”This is where having a Private Placement Memorandum (PPM) and Subscription Agreement becomes absolutely necessary.A PPM outlines:✅ The risks of the investment✅ The structure of the deal✅ The terms and conditions✅ The use of fundsA Subscription Agreement ensures:✅ Investors acknowledge they understand the risks✅ They meet SEC requirements✅ They legally commit their capital🚨 Not providing these documents could leave you vulnerable to investor lawsuits.4.

Buying through an agent may provide more transparency, while sheriff sales and auctions can offer deals but often come with risks, like limited property inspection or legal complications.

J Scott, one of the more respected authors/authorities on BP, provides scenarios in which wholesaling can be done legally and ethically.  

With high home prices, rising mortgage rates, and intense market competition, securing a property has become increasingly difficult.A recent survey found that over 60% of real estate agents reported instances where Gen Z buyers lost out on homes due to delayed decision-making, missed appointments, or hesitation in making offers.