I'm inexperienced, but I'm willing to learn new skills lol. 

Because most of them really can't paint worth a hoot.I will tell two (horror) stories of rental units my mother owned where tenants painted.The first is the tenant who was an artist, so one would presume this tenant had some painting skills.

Fortunately most of the work for this project is finally completed, and the hurdles we faced were a direct result of poor project management skills.

Some of that is paid in two week pay-checks, the remainder is paid out when the property is sold.It makes sense how you would structure the deal, except for the fact that I'm also over there as a laborer (much less skilled laborer but I'm there nonetheless).

Unfortunately, I am still recovering from some medical issues and do not work because I am still bedridden and do not walk or work. 

This is an essential skill you need to learn.

This experience will give you all the technical skills and underwriting techniques that will be invaluable in your goal endeavor.

I am looking for an established investor in the DC metro area who would be willing to let me "shadow," a word used in the medical world that basically means learning by tagging along with an actual physician.  

From my understanding, LLC's and Corporations have different tax requirements.I'd prefer to avoid both downtrodden and luxury real estate.Being handy is a learned skill and you can cut your teeth on your first few deals. 

Being a contractor is a very valuable skill especially for a flip, I'm surprised more people haven't reached out to you.