I think the key in that case was that the property was the last one needed in a large development of a group of blighted small MF buildings that were to be torn down and redeveloped.

Given everything you've shared, one key thing to consider is flexibility.

I currently work with investors building and diversifying their portfolios with Single-family homes over the midsouth/midwest, and I would love to connect with you and share some insight on the turn-key world and swap investing goals.

the key thing for a BRRRR is: can you increase the ARV significantly enough with the rehab?

It depends.If you find a PM that is willing only to do some task becaue you're still very involved then go for price.If you're looking for a PM that will ease the stress to where you forget you're even a landlord then quality of service is key not price.

The key is to interview your PM and make sure whoever your direct PM will be is on-point. 

I will have to buy turn key since I'm starting out.

The real estate market in Dubai has many advantages, the key one being stability.

The team members I've worked with are super nice, but I have to ask, are there significantly better turn key provider deals to be had with a little more patience/perhaps better expectations set from me?

Starting small and gaining experience is key!