I also have one neighborhood that I am hoping to purchase an SFH as an appreciation play.

The article below sheds light on how DSCRs come into play with the BRRRR method.

Although I probably get killed on transaction fees which is part of why I am not pulling the trigger (along with lack of time to execute well).There are games you can play for increasing your returns in the stock market (sector rotations, rebalancing, being a good company picker) but you lack operational control. 

Doubtful this scenario comes into play.

Partnering with a wholesaler sounds fine, but check the real estate licensing laws in your state before bringing a buyer for a commission.You might consider getting your real estate agent's license and legitimately earn what your skills, drive, and experience truly command. exactly wholesaling or bird dogging is not a life time or long time occupation  RE sales can be lifetime and if your any good at it at about year 10 you should be getting all your sales from referrals and such.

I want to play devils advocate, to have a convincing argument.

Real estate investing is a team sport and at different points in the game different players will play more important roles.

Use surveys to gather feedback on their experience.When tenants feel valued and respected, they’re more likely to take care of the property and renew their leases, saving owners time and money.Fairness with VendorsVendors play a crucial role in maintaining properties, and treating them fairly ensures they remain reliable partners.

The problem comes into play when those milestones are not good indicators of one’s progress towards a goal.

I golf, play a lot of softball, run most days, walk my dogs, do some real estate projects.... stuff like that.