I want to generate a consistent stream of cash flow and make it as passive as possible to do so.

I'm looking to buy a couple income properties in Toledo, Ohio.

The person willing to run such a website for a reasonable fee, would have a large, steady source of income, and the lenders and borrowers would get what each of them wants. 

Ive got about 45 days of PTO/Sick/Vacation that is taken for the year so I work approximately 1650 hours a year at that job assuming a 40 hour work week.I am also a licensed Real Estate agent with 2 separate LLCs - General Brokerage and Property Management.Between the two LLCs, I've grossed pretty close to my W2 income.

For example, if the property costs $500,000, you'd ideally want it to generate at least $5,000 in rent per month.

The CAP rates aren't great, the vacancy rates are high, majority of multi-family locations are in areas with unreliable tenants.Overall, it just seems like it's difficult to achieve reliable passive income here. 

Despite the property's substantial equity, the rising costs have put me in a challenging financial situation, as my monthly expenses now exceed the rental income.

Great agents usually focus on listings and top producers make 7 figure income so yes the hourly rate is $500/hr and above for a rockstar.  

Even if they are investors maybe they’re got super sweet super secret STR income plans or house hacking by the room plans that generates much more income than your plan.

That's about 14% of your annual income, not 25%.Is it wise to self-manage?