How is that different than the information they’re providing on the investor webinars?  

I wrote an article that I think you'd find value in that will provide some answers to your question: https://www.straightupchicagoinvestor.com/blog/6-must-knows

Experienced managers can help evaluate potential investments by providing insights on rental demand, market rents, tenant preferences, and location-specific factors that affect leasing success.For example, rental properties need to be close to conveniences like major roads, shopping, and schools.

Raising the  amount required to buy your target properties is not easy, and beyond the amount that must be raised without leverage it will be difficult for you to provide favorable return profile for your investors.

Retaining your current home at a 2.875% mortgage rate maximizes cash flow, while accessing $65K in equity provides liquidity for your next steps.

I would provide the capital and otherwise stay passive, but hopefully grab better profits than private lending?

We didn't because we needed to provide POS in order to obtain our STR permit being that previous owner had a permit on the property already.

That doesn't seem right about having to chase your money - but would need a lot more info to provide a better opinion. also are you investing in one property and is your name secured or you giving an unsecured loan? 

Both of you provided important information.It's true @Jason Wray that Florida is always a hotspot.

Quote from @Steve Lehman: @Jackie LiuFirst and foremost the information that everyone has provided has been great.