In Illinois, when an agent does that, there are functions normally expected of the realtor that they are legally prohibited from doing.

When it comes to hooking up my follow-up system I've seen a lot of other CRMs fall short with drips (lack of good time delays, no custom mailing function, doesn't pause with a response, can send auto messages after a deal closes, etc) 

One didn't make your list.1) I see people all the time raising money for real estate deals but they call it a partnership either because they are ignorant of the law or they are trying to avoid paying for all the legal work. 

I believe in putting in the work—1,000 hours of research, testing, and learning—before offering advice, and I’m excited to tap into the collective wisdom of this community to refine my approach.Here’s where my head is at: I’m considering strategies like short-term rentals (Airbnb) for higher cash flow, long-term rentals for steady income, or even creative options like house hacking or partnerships to stretch the funds further.

Robin Carriger is the organizer and they usually post notifications here on BP.I've posted other lists here several times and can do so again if you need it and can't find in the search function. 

While they are the obvious ones, they are much less impactful to building a solid partnership.

Anyone still in this area or are offering a partnership?

I would spend money to enhance and update to current standards the search functionality and person to person tagging so it's easier to find stuff.

This collaborative approach not only enriches your understanding but also opens doors to potential partnerships and investment opportunities.

To adapt, focus on refining your ARV and repair cost estimates, explore off-market deals, and consider creative financing strategies like seller financing or partnerships.