I have a current deal in process and my hard money lender (Zeus Lending) is taking about a month to do a simple draw request for work that has been completed.

If the price point is feasible I'd advise to do your first flip locally that way you can build systems and processes and gain the experience of doing a flip while being able to monitor close by.

Need to put processes in place even with property management.

I'm in the process of trying to find a lender either in the US or Canada that will work with Canadian buyers which will allow me to take on bigger projects and reduce my own capital investment.

It's typically a double skip process, first to skip trace the registered owner/manager/agent of the LLC or trustee of the trust.

I have been in the process of learning how to run the numbers myself as well as with help with very experienced agents on my team who have worked with many many investors. 

I really liked the modular process.

Hello,I am in the closing process on my first rental property duplex.

And getting anything done with the city is a painfully slow process lately. 

That would give you a chance to experience the home buying process, the rehab process, and get educated without getting over your ski's.