@Kainoa Oneha Education is 100% back, whether in person or online.  

I also recommend The David Greene Podcast on YouTube because he is the most genuine, honest educator out there right now.4.

Education first, then execution. 

I am only curious and trying to educate myself on sub to as it seems rather attractive to me as a non-US buyer who has access to emergency lines of credit, albeit, maybe limited to 200k. 

I recommend educating yourself as best you can to avoid some common mistakes.

At least I am drawing my conclusion from my knowledge of algorithm, higher education and real estate experience on top of handling thousands of guests and residents with my own hands. 

Bigger Pockets is a great place for education and networking. 

However, I find I usually have to do a little more education or hand-holding up-front with them (because there can be a lot of things they don't know- whether it's about how Airbnb / VRBO work or what the rental process is like). 

My suggestion is to continue being active on BP, get out to some networking events and seminars and also educate yourself through books and podcasts. 

Education is a great goal to start with as you look to purchase your first investment property.