Since we have an established relationship and I have high confidence in the owner of the wholesaler business, I just said "no problem" (big mistake - wholesaler has no real control of the resident - the contract was assigned to ME and I need to protect my interest with appropriate amendments / agreements with the seller and/or resident).On Monday, oops, the guy is still there.  

Once my wife establishes herself with her new broker and gets a feel for what her routine will be, we are going to have to find a way to start viewing properties and writing offers.

I am already learning a lot from here... and I would want to be a very well established and astute real estate investor in the nearest future so I will like to use this as a platform for growth and learning for myself and others.

since I already have an established license in CT.  

It's a good way to establish a new relationship.

I am establishing a digital marketing campaign for my area.

I think Toscano has been on the market for multiple years and it is unfortunate if they still have "new" homes for sale.San Luis is a great place to live, but you will be taking a sizable gamble if you are looking for future appreciation in the near term.  

@Andrew Brown,That's a financial decision you'll have to make for yourself.Depending on appreciation is speculation (read: gambling), not "investing".

Each of these pillars of service need diligent planning and understanding in order to establish a trustworthy management service. 

The gamble with a rehab is that you will sell it for a certain price when you complete the work.