There are any number of Real Estate schools available to you, so choose the one that compliments your learning style, whether that be online or in person or a hybrid. 

Invest in as long as it takes you to write a check, do a wire transfer, or even an online bill pay4.

To be fair I'm not super up to date on the "uber of offices" concept that you are hinting at, except inasmuch as to say "um, didn't that idea kind of die off with COVID?"

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.

My crime prevention class was canceled and I’m looking for an update on the rescheduled date.

IE rent to a tenant for >12 mo,  dating before marriage, no late payments then with a down paymetn (long story here)  I'll sell on either a contract for deed (typically mobile homes on land) or a note and mortgage (regular nicer houses). 

It might be worth a follow-up closer to the move-out date to confirm their plans, but avoid excessive contact to prevent escalation.

Be very careful who you take advice from online, you should get involved with a local attorney and a local realtor.

It's always interesting when a newbie owner contacts us stating they saw 4% online and want that for a SFR!

I was seeing information online that suggested both routes...Thanks in advance for the help!