@Ilan FriedmanI'd recommend onboarding a CPA that has experience with both international taxation as it relates to the US and real estate.There are multiple filing exposures unique to a US citizen living abroad and the penalties for even non-willful negligence are steep.

I have used some unique methods of patching doors too. 

I feel like I'm in a unique situation but I have to imagine there are rental property investors in CA working in the PA market.

I always thought about working alongside an investor but property management would give me a unique perspective into the day to day management of multi-family properties.

This is a very unique property.

Disclaimer: I haven't used this site so I'd check reviews on it to make sure it matches your unique needs. 

Clearly my struggle is not unique, but nevertheless I'd like to hear what people have to say. 

There are so many cool benefits and opportunities within the VA Loan and plenty of quirks that make it unique. 

What I have so far is this....Hi, my name is Skyler, I found your home to be very unique and was wondering if you have ever thought of selling your home. at this point i feel either I am dragging on, or getting too personal.

$700 appraisal fee is outrageous unless this is a unique property.