Less than a week later I'd found and had a consultant/trouble shooter here - I was uneasy about the home.

You might have some tax implications by using foreign funds to buy US properties but consult with a CPA first. 

Has anyone purchased a course by Gita Faust at FastTrack Consulting called "Flip with Quickbooks Online"? 

I am new to BP, I have been a lurker for quite a few months, never making an account or posting.I have no experience in any deals within RE, I am just a regular securities investor and a consultant as my FT job.

I served in the Marines Corps, and I am currently a Business Consultant for a consulting firm based of off saddle brook, NJ.

I'm a little embarrassed that I didn't catch this, but he didn't consult us but it looked fine.

I would (strongly) not advise it without a consultation with a lawyer or someone of the sort. 

Best to consult with your local agent and investors to get the inside scoop.

Consulting an attorney would be your best bet.Sorry to hear about your situation.

Connect with as many real estate mentors as you can.You can also consult with lenders, brokers and ask them for suggestions on who might be a good real estate mentor most will be able to provide one.I personally like to try to set up every month a meeting with someone I think I can learn from or who could be a potential mentor.I always come full of questions and ready to learn.