Any repair issues the new acquisition has you will feel to much greater magnitude due to the property carrying a lot of debt.

Don't agree one bit with that statement and Im getting a feeling that most people in this thread are inflating the struggles I've been facing.

I have done some research, but I’ve found that many mentors and coaches are asking for significant fees, which feels like a large financial commitment, especially as a newcomer to real estate investing.

Feel free to reach out if you have any questions about the local market here or want to connect! 

For those that do not feel comfortable enough with excel to build out a tool on your own, I would suggest starting by taking excel courses focused on dynamic real estate modeling.

Feel free to shoot me a message if you want to chat further.

Avoid surfaces that can stain or feel cheap like low end LVP.

It certainly feels like a well planned scheme to swindle investors. 

I’m potentially looking to purchase a mid-term or long-term rental property in a different state because I feel I may be able to find better deals elsewhere.

Go with what you feel comfortable with.4.