Can't tell the number of computer system installs, Startups, bankruptcy workouts, Team development, Brokers/consortiums, finance packages, etc that I did working many hours a week. 

these investors were all chasing easy OOS cash flow:https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/963/topics/1195280-expe...https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/48/topics/1160450-run-i...https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/48/topics/1137397-balti...https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/52/topics/1010977-12-00...if you're serious on investing in an OOS market i'd pick one, get to know it, go to it in person, and build a team, and then determine what would you need to do to get a good return in that market. 

You'll also want to make sure you have your full team ready so you can be prepared when the right deal comes along. 

Build a solid track record with these properties before proposing larger moves.Leverage your commercial experience to identify growth opportunities, and start building out your team.

Have you tried reaching out to Stessa’s support team?

If you plan to manage remotely, then find a good PM or have a trusted team that can inspect your property regularly - and be ready to pay them.

Start with one close to home where you can learn and build a team.

The team and then myself, all tried to set their expectations, but to no avail.

Building a competent team is crucial, as many have pointed out.

do you have a team in place?