Combined with increasing supply, what could this reasonably do to MF market and syndications near term, ie next 1-2 years? 

Being that they have sepperate ways to enter the house it was reasonable.

The only reason why I would do that is so I can 1031 and minimize my tax liability.

@Kamal Sukhija What is the reasoning driving the 6,000 SF mark? 

They will know market data and trends better, have reliable comps to base their recommendations on, and could even be a great deal flow with current portfolio properties selling.The completely remote, centralized PM function is one of the reasons why you see the homes owned by PE firms sit on the market so long.

Many inexperienced investors pass on the deal you listed for the reasons you listed. 

It's up to you if you're client will take these consolidated articles at face value or if they need an in-depth analysis then you'll have to go with subscriptions.Another recommendation I got is to follow authors from the main news publication sites that publish real estate market trends.

Starting to get competitive though for investment properties because of that reason you have more and more people entering the market from out of state.

You know this and the reason I am saying that I am considering in getting a real state license is the connections, the access to listing off market and possibility of earning commission that I can use to increase my portfolio.I think that being an investor agent will help me build a reputation and that can be good or bad.

Focus on a market you like for those macro reasons then focus on finding a deal that works for you.2.