Feel free to DM me, if you'd like to chat about your plans. 

It feels like a bit of a catch-22 situation where the skills are needed before getting the job.

Feel free to DM me for the information.

The purchase to cash flow ratio is much higher than majority of the states in the US but again not the only states.If you need any help or want to talk more REI feel free to reach out I have done a ton of business in both states and can walk you through pretty much anything.

Would cash-flow very little.Obviously, a combination of the above is possible (pre-sell all but a few units, nullifying the profits, and therefore taxation).My feeling is that the first option would allow me to use profits to build something bigger (e.g., acquire another plot). 

I feel as though your buy box puts you in a position for more flexibility. 

The market here offers a lot of potential.I highly recommend making a trip here to get a feel for the different neighborhoods and understand where the best opportunities lie.

And if it were set up where everything went through a title company so the buyer pays the title company, they manage the buyer's loan (from me), and the title company ensures my mortgage is paid without my direct involvement... what parts of the transaction would feel risky or not worth the headache to you? 

If the seller says, “Oh no, feel free to give us an offer”, then there is your invitation.  

Even a weekend trip to scope neighborhoods can give you a feel for the area.Good luck building your portfolio, and feel free to ask if you have questions about getting started!