Sounds like they are short to close I would ask for a loan commitment before you waste too much time with this buyer.

You are the one investing your money, and you should feel comfortable with the property before committing the non-refundable EMD.

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This approach allows you to access funds in the property swiftly, at little to no coast, and without committing to additional debt.

If you are committed, I recommend starting to ask pointed and well researched questions and to start attending as many meetups as you can. 

If I do go the STR route I’d have a management company running it but would still be able to commit a few hours every week to it.

It was a very bad experience for me that could have been easily avoided if they had any professionalism and commitment to doing what they advertise they do.

Jason's commitment to successfully execute my funding in only a few weeks was impressive.

Right now I'm trying to commit myself to learning as much as possible before I make that jump and purchase my first property. 

The presumption is that you have chosen a brokerage that trains and mentors new agents otherwise it doesn't matter how much time you can commit to it, you won't be able to help anyone!