Or, in other words, what do the best buyers agents do that can't be replaced by technology / self self-representation / etc?

Fueled by cutting-edge algorithms, this technology empowers machines to create original content autonomously, opening doors to a myriad of innovative applications.

These experiences can offer valuable insights into areas such as short-term rentals, data-driven investing, and technological advancements in the real estate sector.

Over the years it has become easier to self-manage our vacation rentals with channel management software and smart home technology. 

Thats part of the NAR/DOJ consent decree on IDX technology thats almost 20 years old now. it was around 2020/2021 that each got licensed as brokerages. 

It depends on how deep is your knowledge, your experience, your willingness to invest in automation technology, always having a backup or two, your location in the community around you, of your property is in pristine or run down shape, whether you use the cheapest appliances or make things complicated or not,You didn't mention whether self-managed whether you mean you are on location or remote.

Look up Micron Technologies, it’s a huge $100 billion project.

Army, attracting a steady influx of PHD education people.Houston, TX: Houston's diverse economy spanning oil (used to be just this), healthcare, and technology provides a robust job market that supports housing demand.

Technology has allows investors and lenders to be effective nationwide.  

When interviewing brokers, you can confirm the technology brokers offer for market research and property evaluation.