It shows up in my online account, but they have not allowed access to the funds.  

Then you're in class and on break and going to lunch with many of the players who are in that market and trying to better themselves.You might could also take an online class from a university in the city where you want to work. 

Another lesson is to research companies online and in forums like this before you do business with them and if you decide to do business with someone, dip your toe in the water slowly and continue to research the company after you start working with them, because things can change quickly.I have some questions:1. 

In online forums, the danger I've experienced is the "national" effect. 

To me a house hack will most likely work in Tulsa - I haven't done any research on that area, but as far as I know it's not a crazy market like places in California etc.Also read a lot, get some books from your local library or purchase some online.

In my search, I've noticed that many positions require proficiency in Yardi.I've been actively looking for effective ways to learn Yardi, but it seems challenging to find suitable training or courses online.

Then check out other online guides available here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/guides 3.

You may have to do this several times for all the different tasks being done.The only labor cost not covered by this type of online inquiry is drive time from the businessto the property, to the store & back for supplies and then back to the business address.

@Lulu LueHUD has 2 online databases of lenders showing which ones have the most experience with 203k's. 

My advise is to look at property online and see if you can talk with an agent first to see what the rules are for that state.