So I am optimistic hoping I have the scale to do something like this, but its realistic enough to be worth looking into it.

Remember, brokers make their money off the backs of agents. 

I’ve been wondering that same thing.Seems to me when comparing candidate investments, why would I pay more for an investment with risk and work (5% Cap multifamily), than a risk-free passive investment (5% CD or T-Bill).Note that going from a cap rate of 5% to 10% is a 50% drop in price…that’s significant…easy to see why a seller isn’t willing to give a higher return.I’ve asked the question before and gotten answers like it’s because investor borrowing costs vary, and you must consider future rent growth and appreciation … I guess if you have low borrowing costs and are optimistic about the future a 5% cap rate makes sense. that's just a bunch of bull from agents and gurus trying to keep their game going... of course price should drop 50%... say today the commeercial loans are at 7%, and cap should be 2% higher to make the risk worth while, so call it a 9% cap.patience... this bs market needs cleansing... and when the time comes, it will be easy picking.no need to play the hard game... my friend

I think it will be worth it in the long run.

Since it's now been deemed safe, do you think it's still worth having future tenants sign a waiver and release just in case there is any incident within the parking structure, or, since it's been deemed safe, should we just not worry about it?

Do you believe it would be worth my time and effort to consider being a part time realtor or is it best becoming only a full-time realtor?

That is the plan, i.e. buyers are persuaded to purchase a home to take advantage of a credit to their taxes a year later (they still need the money up front remember).

To many people to tag here, but everyone needs to remember each HUD office is run separately and many have their own rules.  

Is being an agent worth it? 

Also remember that she isn't paying income tax on these accounts so there are no deductions.She might be able to take a loan against a portion of her 401k and loan some of it to you but you need to research that.