Since I often travel overseas and spend a good amount of time out of US for my job assignment, I never thought it's an option for me.

Some items I think should qualify, such as: time spent monitoring rehab progress/talking to contractortime spent talking to vendors & placing orders time spent talking to PM/CPA/attorney regarding my properties;time spent reviewing statements/invoicestime spent preparing mortgage application,  tax filingtime spent writing contracts with contractors, PM, equity partners etc Some items I'm not sure.

You may want to consider working with your tax strategist remotely to expand your options.I would also recommend looking for a tax strategist who is willing to work with you throughout the year, not just when preparing your tax return.

Evaluate Your Goals, Conduct Market Research, Diversify Your Investments, Financial Preparation, Network and Build Relationships, Risk Management and Seek Professional Guidance I hope it helps. 

Any thoughts/feedback are appreciated.

@Jennifer KingFor some reason I thought wholesaling was illegal in MD@Russell Brazil can answer that one

I'm in contract on a $400K house upstate NY - was prepared to spend $50K on cosmetic changes (painting,  new floors, new kitchen, new bathrooms etc) but after getting the inspection report today here's all the issues I'm dealing with and it's not pretty (see below) How should I move forward?

Any thoughts if it's the economy or something else? 

Hi,I am a 21 year old college student in Ohio preparing for graduation in the coming year.

To precisely assess each property's cash flow potential, a comprehensive financial analysis and due diligence process are necessary.In order to invest in Dallas, one should carry out extensive market research, establish connections with local investors, property managers, and real estate specialists; moreover, one should investigate financing alternatives, investigate possible investment properties, and give careful thought to property management.