https://www.amazon.com/LIQUIDATION-ENTIRE-Millionaire-System-Bresser/dp/B00IVTTBSO - List More Sell More is mentioned on the most recent BP podcast by someone who became successful as a real estate agent and in other aspects of the field, I'm guessing a lot of that would translate to marketing skills as well.

In the Dallas market - one of the lowest-priced house markets in the U.S. from what I understand - that would translate to buying a home for less than half of what the homes around it cost.

@Sam Hadad Sorry, the point I was trying to make was lost in translation. 

Even if you get a foreman at 30/hr, that will translate to 30 + 65% (30) =  49.50/hr, count overhead and profit, I'll be short, lol.

Bronchick recently put on a course here called the SOLD system Salesmanship, Owner financing, Lease options, and something with a D that translated into staging.

You need to find out what the status is: did this guy buy a "certificate", and if so what needs to Ben ones on get actual clear title.When an investr type guy says "don't have time for it" usually translates to "there's no money to be made".

Does this translate to huge appreciation?  

Yes, I have seen the mechanics and nuts and bolts with a team layout to make your dream work.Sometimes 'the mesage' in any experienced guru/coach has to be translated in a way that is unique to you and at the right time where you are ready to absorb it.   

Which translates into less property needed to replace your income.You might consider using property management or a broker for now, since you're out of the country, then becoming more active when you get back.Lending, whether you mean hard money, buying notes, or partnering has the disadvantage of being lumpy.

However, if I get rents back up to market rates, that would translate to an 8.92% cap rate.