This is encouraged, in many cases, as part of a high priced program touted by a guru. 

Could someone explain if investing in the Investor-Purchaser Programs such as the SCDC Investor-Purchaser Program is a good idea?

If you are self-employed, there are specific loan programs designed for self-employed persons as opposed to conventional W-2 financing. 

Even more, I just rolled out with an investor program where I don't need to do a hard pull at all. 

There is a Citizen by Development program that helps you save taxes for new developments but the best bet is to buy an existing property and slightly renovate.If you have never dealt with Caribbean based labourers and you have no patience... then the Caribbean is not for you. 

Mentorship OpportunitiesAre there any mentorship programs or experienced investors specializing in European or international real estate that you'd recommend?

@Gita Faust I am currently looking into getting a software program.

I'm trying to find a good program/app to manage collecting residential rents.

For specialty programs, these may be required. 

Christopher,Now that Fannie Mae came out with their New primary home loan program you already qualify to buy another home.