Since it sounds like you have strong W2 income and would probably be okay paying the mortgage sometimes, I'd even explore a 5-10% down payment option.

If you have a strong management company here in AZ, that is key. 

When evaluating a property management company, it's important to look beyond just the management fee and consider the full scope of services and costs involved.For example, at our company, we charge a 10% monthly management fee, a $250 lease renewal fee (unless it’s a takeover tenant, which requires additional effort to establish a strong relationship - because usually people are changing pm companies for a reason), and the first month’s rent as a leasing fee.

This experience has provided me with a strong foundation in acquisitions, valuations, and deal sourcing.

Good PMCs use attorneys and have strong leases. 

Focus on locations with strong population growth, growing or stable job markets, low operating costs, and no rent control restrictions.

To find a pre-foreclosure home, buyers can search popular websites that pick up feeds from an aggregator or they can pay for the feed.

Your experience as a real estate agent, coupled with your technical expertise, makes you a strong asset to the local investment community.Your “live and flip” strategy and focus on PML partnerships sound like a smart approach to building your portfolio.

They’ve already made a name for themselves in Mexico with projects that blend eco-friendly practices and thoughtful design, and now they’re bringing that expertise to one of the most popular markets in the U.S.For investors, this could be an exciting opportunity to work with a developer who consistently delivers quality and strong returns.Check it out:  Travel weekly by Northstar

I work with investors, I am extremely knowledgeable about this market and I have a strong team of vendors.