Should I flip the first home, do a BRRR strategy of some sort on it to get more $$$ for another property. 

We of course could build an internal manual process with a virtual assistant of some sort, but I want to see if anything exists. 

yes, @Erwin Groenendijk:, I think banks are not as easy to convince for these sort of operations for individuals, but I want to explore all options like using partners (individuals that could and are willing to apply for mortgages) and other posibilities but using my company or creating one is not out of my options.I am not sure there is any current meet ups in Madrid, I have searched and not found much, I will keep searching... good to hear in Barcelona you have monthly meet ups.

Toledo pretty much offers the same, if you're set on that city connect with @Engelo Rumora Thanks for the plug mate,Hi Ken,We probably won't be able to assist as we offer turnkey and only to cash buyers.Our lowest entry point is $65,000 and that buys a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home that will rent for around $800pm.Plus, I'm pissed of with investors and lately and keeping all deals for myself heheI think you are on the right track with the 43607, 43612 and 43613 zip code.I encourage you to take a look at 43609 and select areas of 43610 and 43620.BRRR out of state is a recipe for disaster but since you are in Michigan, it isn't too bad I guess.Even being as close as you are and even if you lived in Toledo, I would always advise to get professional property management.An investors role is just that, to be an "investor".Elevate and delegate...Sure, you can probably manage 1,2 or 10 properties but that can eventually turn into a full time job.IMO, you should focus on scaling as in finding deals, raising capital, buying more properties, growing your portfolio, etc...And not dealing with tenants and toilets.Wishing you much success

That said, we're not overly familiar with this market, where to look, or what sort of funds would be required to allow a rental to work.Again, some sort of house hack and MTR strategy would be great but open to suggestions.

My suggestion would be to select someone with the most forum posts or most reviews.

-How to sort leads and determine motivation.

The only issue I'm having is selecting the correct NAICS code.

I have been running around to fix that and it will take another 6-7 months before the issue is sorted out and we rent it out.

But then again maybe the person has some sort of safety net for the dog, meaning a relative with a farm or something that would take the animal and your renter could stay.