The primary reason I make offers is RE is like my hobby.  

It has the enjoyment of a hobby, but I also treat it like my second career/job given the amount of time and effort I spend on it. 

the more you could make it an emotional (unique niche place that stands out) decision and find a buyer attracted to that vs pure math, the better, I suppose.I'm thinking 'the right location' (and buyer) for this scheme is more like the "hobby second home" crowd, dedicated ski/vacation town, right on the beach, cabins, main amazing attraction right nearby, NOT any-old air bnb beachtown condo, though, overall.

If at all possible, minimize your living expenses (live with your parents, or house hack) until you get established with your real estate business.Any hobbies you have, seek out others with similar interests and build relationships. 

Mix your deal pursuits with fun hobbies and family moments, and turn to pros for guidance.Good luck!

Seems like it's probably a fairly saturated market with slim margins, but considering it's a hobby already, might as well combine them? 

We have had a place there for a couple years and does really well, BUT we self manage and it is now kind of a hobby where we learn as much as possible and keep on learning.....If you do go this route make sure to theme the place, and make it stand out. 

No expensive hobbies other than the kids (I play disc golf and I like to do wood working).

If you want to run a business, then run it like a business, if you want to do it as a hobby then that’s ok too and use your personal email

I work full time and consider real estate a hobby on the side.