Quote from @LaShon Evans: Looking to get started this spring with the purchase of my first SFH for a LTR situation. 

@Jason Davis just purchased a package of 5 SFH in the area and starting to Rehab.

I know I will be back eventually but if I remain in the US for many more years the tax implications are a bit scary. 

This is where you need to really start working the numbers, but hopefully, you can craft a deal around what they want.

You manually dial until you start making money. 

At one point my Brokerage employed over 70 Agents and trust me, those stats track.So when a company starts advertising on my show, or an Agent starts working at my Brokerage I can usually if they'll make it long term or if they'll flame out.

That’s a great move—starting early with analyzing deals will put you in a strong position when you're ready to buy.Since you're open to other markets in the Southeast, I’d definitely recommend taking a look at Chattanooga.

I will try and get answers for the questions, but eventually if the risk is more, probably move away from the deal.

I started with a property management company.

If you plan on living there, I would pick the place you want to live, then start investing.