Work at establishing in-person relationships that will serve you well over time, not just one-and-done.

I'm from Indianapolis and went a few times.

(Available time, money, income, family situation, credit availability, time horizon, real estate market location and phase, medical situation, etc etc.)

Income would cover rent for a short time.

If you've dealt with this how much did it cost and how much time did it take to resolve it?

Home warranty programs charge a trip fee every time you file a claim, and they use that fee to compensate the vendor.

He must have spent gobs of time and money every year maintaining the books and the structure. 

Opportunity to build a quality portfolio exists at any time and in all kinds of markets. 

He was very patient with us as first time real estate investors and went to bat for many different properties for us.

I am looking to join a mentorship program to help lower my learning curve and until I find it, I am educating myself with books, as well as YouTube University and great advice from the BiggerPockets community.I do work full-time in a career that I love and is very rewarding, but I also know I won't attain my goals with my current job.