(we charge the same Processing Fee as depositing to our bank)4) Pay online using their tenant portal (we absorb the small fee, to encourage this behavior as the internal resources saved more than cover that fee)We understand we have scales of efficiency a DIY landlord won't.

@John Lasher If you are still looking to spend $20k-$30K for a coach, I would be happy to take you up on that offer :) For full disclosure,  I will share with you precisely what you can learn online/ perhaps even entirely through these BiggerPockets Forums but that doesn't address the reason why most are still unable to purchase larger assets: creditworthiness and capital relationships.

One tenant is behind on rent and has still not paid December rent.I’m seeing mixed things online but looks like I have to file something by the 31st?

Yes, operations is a big part of that, especially for anyone that wants to be a business for the long-term.If I were you, I would be talking to office brokers about partnering more than an online forum.   

Tax shelter schemes, partnerships with foreign partners and accounts, partnerships with hundreds of members, returns with blatant mistakes, entities in questionable businesses, like gambling, drugs, online video sales, escort services.

Quote from @Jeanna Lichtenberg: Did anyone sit through the free online "live" webinar?

So, if you don't know how to build financial models, there are some available that are pretty good online (adventures in CRE is a great resource).  

Now I found one that specializes in real estate investors that was recommended by an online mentor.

To start your journey, I recommend focusing on building your network by joining meetups and engaging in online forums, while narrowing down your first investment based on your budget, market, and goals.

It's not like other markets where all info is online and everything is super fast and easy.