These Qs should lead you towards making a better decision.I'll add that:- If you think using a PM is hands-free than you are mistaken, but can you find a PM that will handle 90% of the “noise” and you will still need to be ~10% involved - that's doable - You can always start one way and change. 

Check similar properties in that area, use BP tools, zillow, craigslist, or any other site to have a clear picture then adjust rents as you think is doable.

We are in Lancaster and just looking for any market within about an hour radius that is doable for flips or BRRR strategy.

A quad is a doable stretch.

It's doable, but I would rather not use that much of my funds.

I like the idea of opening a brokerage now with an associated or hired broker then over time obtain a broker license myself or with another partner is definitely doable.

It's a ambitious roadmap, but doable with relentless drive and perseveranceIt's NOT too late to start.

It can be difficult when starting out and I would suggest at least making trips to the area of interest until you have a trusted team built but it is doable.

Even on a $600k+ home the closing costs are very doable given the budget you specified. 

I agree with Wayne, $85 per sqft isn't going to be doable here in Charleston