At that price point a SFR has a chance to be cash flow positive even budgeting the essential $200-$250 for repairs/capex.   

You're already familiar with the workflow of systematically working through problems; and, as a wholesaler, you're essentially a problem solver.

To me, what these guys are essentially saying is "Our fees include a flat management fee of X% per month, which is what you pay for us to do virtually nothing, as well as an additional fee of X% for just about every duty commonly associated with property management."

NoVa essentially has zero multifamily homes.  

Having a good team is essential to your success when investing out of state.Feel free to contact me if I can be of any assistance.  

Essentially I am seeking a mentor to get me exposed to the ins and outs of the deal/renovation process.

They'd be about 8x6', big closets essentially with a light, door w/ lock, etc.

Is it safe to assume the agent will have my best interests and will essentially act as my buyer's agent?

Our max budget is hoovering $500-600K since we really would like to find a property that is essentially move in ready and in a decent area.

Essentially the way it works is like this...The buyer puts forth the agreed to down payment, if any, and then takes possession of the property making monthly payments as per PSA.The seller retains title to the property until such time as the contract for deed is paid off or their is an earlier payoff per PSA agreement.