VERY unlikely unless you either source an off-market property yourself or you find a unicorn deal (our last semi-BRRRR was a B-neighborhood property we sourced from an out of town wholesaler in late 2023, but couldn't get all our capital back out on refi).  

But with only a dozen properties in only 2 states I’ve definitely not found a use for one yet.

The work colleague you mentioned was definitely incorrect.

However, seeing as though I have already sourced the deal myself, would it still be in my best interest to use a realtor for this transaction if it works out? 

We meet definition for qualified investor.• DSTs: Seems as though returns are rather low, low transparency on opportunities (?)

They try to source deal flow, and raise the capital for the deals.

This requires a dedicated effort sourcing and analyzing hundreds of deals to find the one or two worth pursuing.  

While I am always looking for off-market, as an agent with access to MLS, that's my primary source of looking for deals right now. 

More than likely a blend of my money and other sources.So, I'm assuming "other sources" is equity, not debt.

You will have to source these properties from a wholesaler, where you will have to put down hard non refundable assignment money at the assignment of the contract, or source them yourself.The steps to follow for a subject 2 property are as follows:1.