Think of them more as a partner in assisting you meet your goals.

Also, first thing, AirBNB is a platform where you list your Short Term Rental. 

Finally my third piece of advice for getting started on wholesaling would be to meet cash buyers like myself and add them to a list of cash buyers.

You can meet local investors by registering to attend real estate events in your area: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521-events-and-happenings6.

I would try to maximize revenue through things like additional marketing/platforms for example adding VRBO in addition to Airbnb etc, as well as employing pricing software.

I’m interested in networking and meeting up as well. 

I understand why some people may not like this... but for me, I don't want the hype and platform sales. i want real usable content.

They have a monthly meet up.

You need an income that meets three requirements:Rents increase faster than inflation to offset constantly rising prices.It must be reliable; it continues even during economic downturns.It must last throughout your lifetime.These are all long-term requirements, so the current interest rates are not the major issue.

I agree that the best way to make money is self manage your short term rental (not AirBNB, that is a platform).