I've found a list of brokers on hud.gov, but after reading more on these forums, I realize how important it is to work with someone experienced with FHA and 203k loans. 

Many parts of Atlanta are experiencing gentrification and displacement of lower income individuals in the city.

You also are experiencing stress and frustration when you see the rent not coming in on time. 

I’m looking forward to utilizing these great resources as well as gaining insight from experienced professionals. 

If you're not experienced, there are a lot of important details to consider. 

Even if your parents live in America you might not be able to claim any deductability paid as interest paid on an American loan but bought that property from a Mexican.I'm afraid that you might need to talk to an experienced tax consultant that has dealt with a situation like this. 

My other rehabs that I've done have been here in NY, where I handle pretty much everything so I wasn't quite sure what it was worth and what others have experienced/paid out in the past.Thanks again for your input!

As other, more sage folks besides me have said, nobody is justifying the behavior but hardly anyone experienced is surprised.

So, the benefits you would get from working with a experienced and motivated local agent that has insights to what areas fit your investment goals would be something you would still be missing even if you did get your RE license. 

I have had an account with BP sense September of 2017 and now return with my first post and the hopes of learning more and connecting with more experienced people.