Hi @William Taylor, As an agent and investor, I have a few suggestions. 

Since you're open to markets beyond NYC, you might want to connect with local investor meetups or REI groups in those areas to build relationships with agents, wholesalers, and lenders who understand the nuances of each market.If you're looking to break out of analysis paralysis, maybe start by narrowing down one or two target markets and running numbers on actual deals.

I don't think we owe $800 in CA, we incorporated in GA and have a registered agent in GA. 2.

Hi Kareem, congratulations on getting started as an agent. 

I was told that some commercial insurance companies are able to provide umbrella policies without auto policy and primary residence.

I would be very careful in working with a 1031 Exchange Qualified Intermediary that provides ("sells"0 replacement property solutions as part of their services. 

I would also consider talking to her broker.Also, has she provided references from BiggerPockets or Google Business?

I’m an agent and house hacker in the north shore.

I don't know any investors who purchase without an inspection, though I hear about this mythical "no inspector" purchaser from time to time, by way of the rumor mill or pompous listing agent. 

Collaborating with seasoned investors or assisting with deal analysis can also provide valuable hands-on experience.Good luck!