A LOT of times it depends upon which segment of the market do you work on ?

Illinois law recognizes the distinction between the assignment of a right and the delegation of a duty and recognizes that an assignment can involve merely the transfer of a right.

A recent discussion with the state's lead investigator and head attorney made that distinction VERY clear.

All this is pretty new to me and I'm just trying to explore MF segment.

For example, see this from 1979: http://digitalcommons.law.scu.edu/cgi/viewcontent....I think the distinction between an "individually negotiated loan" and an FHA loan is rather stupid.

Is there a distinct advantage of becoming an agent investor vs an investor only?

Three things you can do today to improve them...Segment your absentees...these are the most mailed lists of any (try mailing non homestead properties that may be listed as owner occupied) -I have bought a few last year from this. 

The distinction is very important as different activities involving real estate should not be confused or lumped together by the public, or the participants.  

It's hard to stand out.There are some owner-occupied segments with people who share motivating factors for selling their home.Seniors with Long-time Ownership: often ready to downsize or transition to assistance.Homeowners with Low Financial Stability Scores (FSS): Struggling financially and likely ready to cash in on their asset.Both these categories have additional advantages in that they probably don’t haven’t been updated and may have deferred maintenance.

It's hard to stand out.There are some owner-occupied segments with people who share motivating factors for selling their home.Seniors with Long-time Ownership: often ready to downsize or transition to assistance.Homeowners with Low Financial Stability Scores (FSS): Struggling financially and likely ready to cash in on their asset.Both these categories have additional advantages in that they probably don’t haven’t been updated and may have deferred maintenance.