My suggestions would be in this order:(a) Determine the type of financing you qualify for - this will short cut the process considerably and save time on investment angles and next steps.

Without giving the individual's name, even though once it is filed it is public information, could you post the specifics they are alleging or the case number?

But on this specific guy, I jumped on a call to explore the program and it was a high pressure sales call, it did not feel organic, not trustworthy and certainly did not feel the right fit.Why would someone spend 10k on a so niched-down space of real estate when they can get someone for the same amount to teach him/her everything?  

Do you include specific clauses in each of your subject to deals spelling out exactly how insurance on the property will be handled?

As someone else had mentioned, the prospect for appreciation should be a strong consideration. 

I do have a third goal, but too much will happen by the time my second goal materializes that my third goal will likely change drastically.Also, I tend to find myself wanting to ask market-specific questions to agents/lenders/investors/contractors/etc. a lot.

Scaling-  your question is both country and even town specific.  

I'm not sure what specific areas in OH I'll focus on yet.

I’m interested in connecting with investors who want to explore remote investment opportunities (internationally), especially in Europe, and specifically in the Netherlands.I firmly believe that collaboration and the exchange of experiences can lead to great results for everyone.

As mentioned above, they specifically allow this.