As a Canadian i've had to navigate this along with finding the right market, property and financing. happy to introduce you to resources if you need.

However, I am unsure on how to go about finding the proper handyman/maintenance guy/management team to help run any out-of-state investments I make.

Hi Bethany,I saw your post and wanted to reach out because I think I can be a great resource for you as you embark on your real estate investment journey.I’m an investor/syndicator, and I was born and raised in Albany, so I’m very familiar with the Upstate NY markets.

If they're delinquent after only 2 months, they're either facing sudden life changes or you did not properly screen them to begin with.

This is a great place to learn and to connect with people so take advantage of all the great resources.

Whereas as a Coach segment would provide far more support for new REI people to find resources that fit their needs.  

We have all the resources and an incredible network yet we will still have students who will not put the effort into find a commercial deal. 

A tax advisor can help with deductions and proper reporting.

Would like to know what it is called and if you could list some resources to learn it that would be great. 

Most commercial lenders do not require any seasoning for that entity which means that you can create an LLC and use that entity to purchase the property immediately as long as you have the proper documents.