In regards to learning more about real estate and maybe how to answer those questions I'd recommend listening to BiggerPockets (Rookie and Real Estate Podcast), there are also some market specific real estate podcast you can check out depending on the area you want to invest in. 

It's not just will the manager handle section 8, it's the specific area. 

Specifically, I am looking for smaller multi-family properties with a maximum of 20 units, as well as triple net commercial properties such as gas stations and hospitality properties in Edmonton, Alberta.

I don’t have experience with that specific course.

So those saying prices are increasing, it must be their specific market for these types of assets as nationally this is not the case.2.

Specifically in Indianapolis.How does one find a mentor?

I will cycle through 1-3 new credit cards a year specifically around when I start a new project or need to do upgrades on an existing rental.

You can certainly learn through free resources and online forums like this but a mentor can help cut thru the noise, provide clarity specific to your goals, and provide support to achieving them without the trial and error. 

This is where I am having trouble figuring out which direction I should go - I am a REALTOR and a Licensed General Contractor so I have access to MLS (am also working with 2 REALTOR's who deal specifically with investments - one deals with STR's in the Nashville, TN area the other deals more with Fix and Flips in the Baltimore County area). 

It goes from Roofing, HVAC, Electrical to just establishing rehab cost for ARV accuracy on a timely matter.If you have any specific question just contact me with a direct message.I will be glad to help.Thanks in advance