Make sure your vetting process is critical.

Is it critical area?

Securing a good PM for an out of state purchase is critical.  

You also should add in your time for visiting your properties in person, which can add days of work but I believe is critically important if you want to be successful.

It is critical to understand the complete financial situation of any Association, separate from the individual condo details.

As of now - BRRR looks like something that appeals to me the most, but as I continue to study I will be able to answer this question better.I am ready to start this journey and welcome all advice, criticism and friendship along the way. 

@Art KellyYes, Prospecting is critical! 

Rinse and repeat.I am also a big fan of Robert Kiyosaki’s ‘Rich Dad, Poor Dad 'and in that book taxes are depreciation and tax savings are critical.

I could be too critical, as I will be moving into this house, and feel my standards might be a bit too high, (I'm trying!) 

Most transactions are private, so detailed knowledge of rent rolls, replacement costs, deferred maintenance, and other critical data is not widely known.