Soon I'll be purchasing my first ever investment property (Virginia) (MFH) and I honestly feel like I made a mistake.

Look forward to learning and connecting with the great people in this community! 

This will allow you to split test the results with the agency and also gain experience with managing a team. 

Has anyone done this and have had success? 

Some people like having just one account for all their properties.

(Except something like 1/2 of a duplex where the rental 1/2 is worth as much as your exchange.).

What are pros and cons of this approach.

It sounds like you had a terrible manager.

Here is my Cliff Notes on this elaborate example:If you have unused losses from the past, they might significantly soften the tax blow from a profitable sale.I don't see how this is called "strategic play" or "premium lemonade."

If you’re hesitant about listing on the MLS due to the slow market and concerns with a traditional realtor, consider off-market options like investor networks, Facebook groups, or BiggerPockets forums where buyers specifically look for properties with income potential.