Don't look for alternative ways to give away your savings, just hold on and wait and read and learn and build relationships.

Does it vary for BRRRR, Buy and Hold, Fix N Flip…Relationships with BankersRelationships with Mortgage BrokersRelationships with Private Money LendersFriends and Family who could become lendersContractors/HandymenTitle CompanyAttorneyProperty ManagersRealtor(s)Other Investors 

I know people in their 50s that struggle to make ends meet with real estate despite having great relationships, college degrees, and decades of work/life experience.

If you've been in practice for over 20 years, I would assume you have some existing relationships with local banks. 

You're right, it is a long list, but the reality is that if a provider will spend some time with you and answer your questions with a serious demeanor, then you just may have the start of a great relationship.  

I agree, joining as an LP from a syndication group would be a great start but remember to find the best relationship for you and not just the perfect project or property.

However, this isn’t my authentic life.

Moving forward with a property in an area where you have relationships/connections and combining that with your goals of the four drivers...

do you have any relationships with this contractor already? 

Build strong team relationships(property managers/contractors/lenders) and manage the managers when out of state.