Depending on if you have the credit and income to purchase a second home, this could mean you move into an apartment again short term to allow the property to become a seasoned rental property from the banks perspective.

I'm looking at it from a rental perspective, but not too sure how the rental market is and economy.

I am actually interested in hearing your perspective about being a broker and growing that as a business.

Not saying either is right or wrong but any two people are going to have widely varying perspectives. 

I understand the benefits of the on-the-ground knowledge and the unique perspective an investor-agent brings.

I don't pull the ad until the lease is signed and money in the bank but I do let the perspective tenant know that the property is in high demand and we need to get a lease signed immediately so I can stop showing the property. 

Great perspective!!!

I like your perspective on finding someone with a similar lifestyle and similar spiritual attributes.

Another perspective - I self manage around 20 Class B SFHs and have absolutely no need or desire to pay someone else 8-10% to save me maybe 2-4 hours a week. 

Additionally, consider finding a local real estate meetup to start making connections with experienced real estate investors who can help answer your questions and give you additional perspectives.