Basically, it does not appear to have a clear, confident path to a positive outcome.

What works for travel medical professionals is different than what corporate renters are looking for, which is different than insurance placements, etc. etc. 

Water is getting in somewhere and then traveling to that bathroom and closet.

This includes working with a knowledgeable agent familiar with your investment area, finding trustworthy local contractors for your projects, securing responsive insurance agents, partnering with investor-friendly title companies, and connecting with lenders offering suitable financing for your strategy.With your goals set and team in place, you should feel more confident in your approach.

I actually got his number from the City Inspector who had worked with him before so I felt pretty confident choosing him.

I managed the properties myself, and was offered a job out of state that required long-term international travel. 

"not a gain until it's realized" - I am 100% confident in the permanent value added in my portfolio and can't speak to situations where investors are counting gains that will never be realized."

@Jarred Nisenfeld If you want cheap real estate why travel all the way to Reading when you have North Philadelphia in your backyard? 

Travel is mine, I wanna see the world, meet people, and experience life outside my comfort zone. 

It will help you gain more confidence and network and allow you to source deals for yourself and others.