That's the same group who licenses real estate agents, and authorizes training for the real estate industry.If a Realtor® in your state has a disclosure form that they commonly use discussing mold or other environmental issues, then your decision to NOT use one makes your transaction "unique" and may also open you up to certain liabilities.  

Future road construction making it less desirable?

While there is no bright line on what makes an active or passive investor (in order to differentiate between a securities offering versus a JV), someone who is active is first and foremost a business partner and is actively contributing a unique skill.

It is a very personal choice and their own unique path.

My houses are just a vehicle for making money, no more no less, and the more landlords that don't rent to anyone who has a pet, the more rare and desirable my places become. 

It all comes down to a unique scenario and that is why we as Banks or you as a lender require LOX, LOE's Letter of explanations!

If they are busy with Sales, which generate big commissions for them, they may not have the availability or focus that you desire, even if they have a big "team".

Are there any unique exit strategies that you could highlight?

Facilitated the sale of this unique, rural 80-acre farm property in NE Washington.

Terrible for any home that is unique, special situation or a C class neighborhood with mix of home quality (renovated vs run down).I find Zillow very useful for pulling my own deal comps though.