Additionally, would it be better to specialize in one area early on and stick with it post-graduation, or should I explore different sectors before committing to a specific path?

They no longer have to compete with the private sector for LLs and rental properties, so they are free to be lazy, slow and unprofessional.If you decide to go Section 8, realize you have another bureaucracy to placate.  

As far as building credibility, make sure you are focusing on markets that you have a track record and expertise in.

I completely agree with Austin and Jonathan—having a CPA with real estate expertise is invaluable, especially during your first year.

This is an opportunity to confirm they have the expertise you need.

However, it does demand solid digital marketing expertise to see positive results.

However, it does require solid expertise in digital marketing to achieve positive results.As for list pulling: you've got solid services like PropStream and Listsource to name a few

What do you have expertise in and can sell to your investors?  

She was referred to me through the consultant, and I can confidently say that hiring her was the only good decision that came out of that experience.Melissa's level of care, expertise, and communication was truly next level.

So they use broad strokes to entice new people to talk to them, but they don't have the knowledge or expertise to do the job.