Price of condos we are considering are $465-$475k and they each bring in about $35K annually. 

Consider balancing liability protection with administrative costs, and consult with a CPA to align your structure with your financial and legal goals.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

What I was thinking was, perhaps the seller's contract with the agent is soon expiring and if would not renew the contract with his agent he might consider dealing with me directly. 

Are there other pathways I should consider, based on my goals and experience?

Schools are not great.I would not consider that area anywhere close to AT&T stadium, but maybe closer than CA. 

So, if that is important to your next steps, it's certainly worth considering. 

We never set a flat fee rate just out of a whim, or price strategy, it's part of the operational strategy which is different, as it's all about efficiency. 

*Another Exciting Development in Charlotte*The Iron District is set to break ground next year (address 905 w morehead st.)The Iron District's strategic location offers easy connections to Uptown, South End, Wesley Heights, Freedom Drive, Camp Greene, I-77, I-277, and Charlotte Douglas International Airport.

@Peter NeillI see you're back with PPR.I'm considering investing in PPR within my Roth IRA? 

Locate a Motivated Seller that will consider Seller Financing.